Just one and a half hours from Perth lies one of Australia's most important heritage sites. Founded by Dom Rosendo Salvado in 1846, New Norcia it today the home of 18 Benedictine Monks.

For the first time in 150 years, ancient doors have been unlocked and visitors are welcomed to a world of olive groves, church bells and secret courtyards.

The architecture, with its strong Spanish flavour, dominates the Australian bush setting. 27 of the buildings are classified by the National Trust and the town as a whole is registered on the National Estate.

The buildings house richly decorated interiors, Old Master works of art and extravagant furniture and furnishings.

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