Balaklava
is located about one hour's drive north of Adelaide and about 25 kms west of Port Wakefield. Though a small agricultural township, it has a lot of historical significance. In 1876, an Adelaide grain grower established the town and named it after the site of the Battle of Balaklava during the Crimean War.
The Federation Wall
On entering the township, there is a big sculpture called The Federation Wall which commemorates the centenary of the Federation of Australia from 1901 to 2001. The wall is beautifully sculptured with ceramic and mosaic tiles and tells of stories of people associated with the district.
Park next to Federation Wall
Memorial Sundial
Alongside the Federation Wall is a small park with sculptures of farm animals and a memorial sundial.
The Town's main street
Uniting Church in town centre
Driving through the town centre, one can see beautiful old-style sandstone buildings along the main road.
Marble Memorial
Stone Memorial
Also in the town centre is a beautiful small memorial park with a white marble memorial and a stone sculpture. There are picnic tables and a rotunda for visitors to enjoy.
Picnic tables in park
Rotunda
Next time you are in the region, make a detour to Balaklava and see this beautiful township.
