Peterboroughs geographical position is ideal to catch the tourist trade as it allows access to all areas of the state - to the North West are the Flinders Ranges - to the West are the Iron Triangle cities of Port Pirie, Port Augusta and Whyalla - to the South, the Clare Valley, Barossa Valley and the historic town of Burra whilst to the east is Broken Hill Peterborough first named Petersburg, its said with the onset of the war the name became offensive & was changed to its present name. Why visit Peterborough? It's unavoidable for travelers going east to west or vice versa, largely the town was sustain by the railways in the past. Now that the railways has closed up shop in Peterborough, remnants of its rail heritage remain on show for curious tourists to browse. See Steamtown also there is a Gold Battery, both worth visiting. Affordable housing with the country life also makes it attractive to move to for many visitors. |