Why the Cartier Exhibition is the perfect excuse for a weekend in Canberra

"This exhibition is the most outstanding collection of important jewels Australia has ever seen, and is ever likely to see again," says NGA director, Gerard Vaughan. It also means that Australian's can see Kate Middleton's tiara before Meghan Markle ever gets a chance In other words, there's never been a better time to visit Canberra. WHAT TO SEE Obviously, Cartier: The Exhibition is a must, open until July 22 Looking at images of these exquisite pieces doesn’t do them justice.

You can’t even imagine the sparkle. I can personally vouch that it is quite an experience to stand in front of a 478 carat sapphire (yes, 478 – not 47.8). . More