Australia’s Northern Territory
Posted on 26. Oct, 2011 by admin in Destinations
The Outback in the upper region of Australia features majestic views like no other country. From the Red Centre of Australia where the sand is red to the phenomenal wildlife, the outback offers phenomenal cultures, scenery and sites like no other place on earth. Below are the top reasons to go on an adventure in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Uluru
Also known as Ayers Rock, Uluru is one the most recognizable phenomenon of a rock formation in its natural amazing colors in the world. It measures 9.4 km in circumference and 348 m high above sea level. The sandstone formation exhibits remarkable features and is the second largest monolith in the world. Uluru, named by the Aborigines means Island Mountain and is isolated in the outback region. Its unusual shape and features of sandstone extend down over 3.5 miles beneath the surface.
The Olgas
West of Uluru you will encounter Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) which is captivating deep valleys and massive gorge formations. The Aborigines has a very strong spiritual connection to this land. The Valley of the Winds Walk is a extraordinary journey through wilderness, picturesque scenery and rock formations like you have never experienced before.
Kings Canyon
Kings Canyon, called Watarrka by the Aborigines, features astonishing scenery in its natural glory that is a must see event while visiting Australia. The walls of the canyon boast over 300 meters high of weathered sandstone domes. The Garden of Eden is at the rim of the canyon featuring cycads pockets surrounding a natural spring pool.
Kakadu National Park
Cave paintings, rock carvings are among the sites you will encounter at Kakadu National Park. This is a park like no other you have visited featuring tidal flats, lowlands, plateaus, flood plains and amazing specimens of animals and plants.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Along the horizon of Mindil Beach you will witness a magnificent mesmerizing golden sun set like you have never seen before. Mouth watering cuisines flavor and aromas will lure you into one of the diverse restaurants captivating your senses.
The Tiwi Islands
Home to the Tiwi Aboriginal people, the islands are loaded with cultures, paintings, mythological figures, art and more. Tiwi is a great pit stop while traveling in the Outback.
Katherine Gorge
There are13 gorges along the spectacular Katherine Gorge in the Northern Territory of Australia to take an expedition like no other. The natural beauty is astonishing to view.
The Jumping Croc Circus
This well trained act of watching crocs jump for a chunk of meat is captivating and thrilling to watch. Exotic birds and animals are ready for your snap shots.
Litchfield National Park
When coming to Australia experiencing the majestic waterfalls pouring of the edge of the plateaus into crystal clear pool of water. This is spectacular to say the least.
Territory Wildlife Park
This park is a shear adventure in viewing the diverse amount of wildlife from birds, to nocturnal animals to walk through tunnel aquarium with stingrays, sawfish and even a saltwater crocodile.