Not just Sydney Opera House: Australia's top sights you have to see

Every year more and more people fall in love with traveling. After all, countries continue to attract travelers with incredible sights. From the snowy peaks of the Alps to the Sahara desert, from bustling metropolitan areas to tranquil islands, every corner of the planet is fascinating. So, to know what is special about the homeland of kangaroos and aborigines, read below.

Kakadu National Park

It is located in the Arnhem Land. It is considered the largest protected area with an ecosystem. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. People lived here 40 thousand years ago. During archaeological excavations, scientists even found cave paintings.

The site is characterized by eucalyptus groves, tropical forests, and granite cliffs. Palm trees and ficuses grow here.

Be sure to go to Jim Jim Falls. The height of the waterfall is over 250 meters. However, note that the attraction can be visited only from June to November.

By the way, the location is home to about a thousand crocodiles. Therefore, special areas have been set up where you can watch the reptiles. Tourists will also be able to see kangaroos, dingoes, and flying foxes.

An interesting fact: the aborigines still live here. They give tours and serve travelers.

Great Ocean Road

One of the most amazing routes in the world in the state of Victoria. It stretches for 243 kilometers. The entire route runs along the coast. Construction of the highway began in 1919 and lasted 13 years. It was built as a memorial to Australian soldiers who died in World War I.

There are many attractions along the "transportation artery":

The Twelve Apostles. Majestic limestone cliffs that rise above the ocean. They reach up to about 45 meters. By the way, their number is constantly changing due to natural erosion.

London Bridge. A unique geological formation resembling the famous bridge in the UK.

Shipwreck Coast. It is known for numerous shipwrecks that were triggered by significant storms and dangerous reefs. More than 630 wrecks of marine transport were found here.

Skyrail Rainforest

The longest cable car in the world. It was completed in 1995. It stretches for 7.5 kilometers and is located in Barron Gorge National Park. During the trip, travelers will be able to see the oldest rainforest on the planet.

By the way, the floor in the booths is transparent. Therefore, incredible views open up from here. The trip will take 1.5 hours to get there and 2.5 hours back.

Sydney Aquarium

It is located on the eastern side of Darling Harbour. The building was opened in 1988. It is home to 6 thousand fish and marine animals. Inside, there are underwater tunnels where you can watch sharks.

Blue Mountains

They are located to the west of Sydney. The peaks are part of the Great Dividing Range. They are famous for a special optical effect. The natural area is covered with eucalyptus forests that emit essential oils. After interaction with sunlight, a heavenly hue is formed.

You can also see 3 rocks here. There is a legend that three sisters once lived here: Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo. Once they fell in love with yound men from another tribe. However, they were forbidden to have any relations with them by law. Thus, the men kidnapped the sisters, and a bloody battle between the peoples ensued. A local shaman wanted to save the women, so he turned them into stone. In the battle, the sorcerer was mortally wounded, so he took the secret of the spell to his grave.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

The oldest and largest koala park in the world. The center was opened in 1927. Today it is home to more than 100 species of these and other animals. Among them are kangaroos, wombats, parrots, cockatoos, and echidnas.

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

It is located in the town of Kuranda. It was built in 1987, and is home to about 2000 tropical insects. The attraction is also listed in the Guinness Book of Records. Here, tourists will visit the laboratory and learn about caterpillar breeding. They will also hear about the different breeding cycles of the winged creatures.

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