Location Voiture Emerald

Emerald is a modern and large country town located in central part of Queensland. The town was established and developed in the year 1879 and was a base for the construction of western railway. Emerald has been named after the Emerald Downs Hill, which is a lush and flora enhanced emerald green hill. The town today has become the seat for Central Highlands. Emerald is also a door to the Sapphire Gemfields which is southern hemisphere’s richest and largest sapphire fields. Agriculture thrived across the town because of Emerald Irrigation and Fairbairn Dam construction. Lake Maraboon covers 150 square kilometer area and because of this, the lake is capable of holding higher amount of water than the Sydney Harbor. Because of this water supply, the town is flourished in cotton industry and also boasts local water sports activities. Get great deals on car rental from VIP Cars and find the best options to drive around this beautiful and enriched town.