Why is there a market named after Queen Victoria?

Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne, Australia, is named after Queen Victoria, the monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from 1837 to 1901. The market was established in 1859 and named in her honor, as a way to commemorate her visit to Australia in 1867-1868. The market is one of the largest and most popular in the city, known for its fresh produce, meats, and other goods.