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You’ve just arrived on the shores of Australia, ready to start a new life in the country. You’ve chosen an area; immigration documents are all in order and your belongings are being shipped from the UK to Australia. Now that the admin is sorted it’s time to explore this amazing country you will now be calling home. Read on to learn about Australia’s major landmarks and natural wonders.
Uluru
Standing at 348 meters high Uluru is one of the world’s largest monoliths, dating back 550 million years. This big red rock made of sandstone was once known as Ayer’s Rock, but it’s now more commonly described using the Aborigine term, Uluru, which means ‘shadowy place’. It’s a great place to hide from the oppressive sunshine of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
Great Barrier Reef
Among the planet’s largest living structures, this vast and fragile natural wonder is one of the best reasons to visit Australia. If you’re in the area, then you owe it to yourself to go diving amongst the corals, and to get an up-close view of the treasure-trove of natural wonder on offer.
Tasmania
You’ll have to take the time to enjoy the whole of what Tasmania has to offer. It’s distinct from the rest of the country, with a unique island culture and landscape. The crown jewel of this southernmost part of the country is Cradle Mountain, which provides amazing views of the surrounding highlands. There’s also a famously diverse selection of animal species to look out for, including the legendary Tasmanian Devil.
K’Gari
K’Gari, or ‘Fraser Island’, is the world’s largest sand island. You can enjoy a jeep safari around the beach, and find unspoilt freshwater creeks, rainforests, and softly undulating sand dunes.
Sydney Opera House
While it was controversial when it first opened, the famous opera house is now the most recognisable building in the country. It’s surrounded on three sides by water, and it includes a number of concert halls and a cinema. If you want a good look at it, then a walk (or, boat ride) around the harbour is probably in order.
Kakadu National Park
This enormous national park, in the Northern Territory, is actually the second largest national park in the world. Encompassing swamps, gorges, rivers and waterfalls, it’s home to hundreds of different species, and it can be toured via a network of waterways.
Bondi Beach
If you want to enjoy the seaside in New South Wales, then a stroll along Bondi Beach is essential. It’s home to a vibrant surfing culture, and the weather is glorious throughout much of the year. Just make sure that you watch out for rip currents, and that you only swim between the flags.