Monuments and memorials
Cairns has a rich history which is highlighted in the memorials and monuments along the Cairns Esplanade foreshore.
Anchor Memorial
The anchor was salvaged from local waters for the Cairns Centenary as a memorial to the early mariners.
More infoCairns Cenotaph and Memorial site
The Cairns Cenotaph and Memorial site is a place of local cultural and historic significance.
More infoCatalina Memorial
The Catalina Memorial is for 11 and 20 RAAF Squadrons and was unveiled in 1976.
More infoMerchant Navy Memorial
The Merchant Navy Memorial is in recognition of Australia's commercial shipping crews who served during WWII.
More infoUS Army Small Ships Memorial
The Small Ships memorial is located at the water's end of the Memorial Walk.
More infoOlympic Torch Monument
The granite monument commemorates the 1956 Olympic Torch Relay run.
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