Nomenclature refers to the process of naming things - be it stars, towns, or street names.

In this case we are talking about the naming of Tasmania's cities and towns. How were they named? and what were they called previously?

For example: Snug was named so because the inlet there was described as having 'snug and agreeable seclusion'.

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The little known town of Middleton is located 45 minutes south of Hobart on the D'entrecasteaux Channel, and this little hamlet is the location of a country fair straight out of Molly's farm! This event attracts about 2000 people with over 80 stalls - crafts, tasty foods, plants , ...

Cullenswood is located on the Esk Highway, between Fingal and St Mary's. There are two cemeteries in this area - the St Mary's cemetery can be found at the turn off to Cornwall You need to watch for ...

Brady's Lookout is a lovely little outlook and picnic area at Rosevears on the West Tamar Highway.

At Brady's Lookout there is a spacious carpark, neat and tidy BBQ and picnic tables, and ...

The Hobart Penitentiary Chapel was constructed in the 1830's and is located on the corner of Brisbane and Campbell Streets in Hobart. The building was originally constructed as Chapel for convicts, and ...