Roma

Roma, about 500 kilometres west of Brisbane, is in the Darling Downs region in Queensland, Australia.

Incorporated in 1867, Roma's industries include wine, wheat, wool, beef and oranges.

However, it is most known as the centre for Australia's oil and gas industry.

Roma culture

Learn more about Roma's role in the oil and gas industry at the Oil and Gas Museum, from its discovery to the boom of oil and gas through a variety of multi-media exhibits.

A visit to the Meadowbank Museum, located just outside of Roma, is a must for its curious memorabilia.

Roma wineries

Enjoy wine tastings at Queensland's oldest winery, Romavilla.

The winery has been operating in Roma since 1863 and has since become a large feature of Roma.

Roma attractions

Gain more insight into Roma's industries and visit the cattle yards where the Roma Cattle Sales are held each Tuesday and Thursday.

Buildings in Roma that are worth a visit are the Roma Court House and The School of Arts Hotel.

Find out about the intriguing trials - especially that of Harry Redford - that took place at the Roma Court House.

Admire the grand structure of Roma's The School of Arts Hotel, which up top also has great views of the town.

Down Wyndham Street in Roma, you can stroll past lines of bottles trees that were planted in memory of Australian World War One soldiers who died for their country.

When in Roma, it's a great idea to get out to the nearby Mount Moffatt National Park and the Carnarvon Gorge outside of Roma - both great places to explore, picnic and bushwalk.

Roma Easter in the Country Festival

If you come during Easter, entertainment is guaranteed. Roma hosts the Easter in the Country Festival that provides plenty of fun, including street parades, horse and goat races, rodeos, country music and markets.