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Ayers Rock (also Uluru or The Rock) is a large rock formation in central
Australia, in the Northern Territory. It is located in Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park, 350 km southwest of Alice Springs.
Depending on the time of day and the atmospheric conditions, the rock can
dramatically change color, anything from blue to violet to glowing red. Many
avid photographers set up for days and record the many changing colors of
Ayers Rock particularly around drinks time at sunset. Climbing the Rock is
possible but not encouraged these days.
Alice Springs - The heart of Central Australia is comprised of cavernous
gorges, boundless desert landscapes, remote Aboriginal communities and a
charming pioneering history.
Alice Springs was established by the early explorers and remains as the
centre of activity in this region. From the early 1900s, the vast desert of
Central Australia was explored for its promise of rubies and gold. A couple
of days at the Alice allows time to visit the many gorges of the MacDonnell
Ranges and the Old Telegraph Station
Birdsville is Australia's 'must visit' town. Always noted for its wild
country and isolation, Birdsville is best known for its famous pub and the
annual race meeting when the population grows from 120 to 6,000 in two days.
The town has one of Australia's best "working Museums".
Kings Canyon is situated within the Watarrka National Park, and is a huge
canyon 270m high. The walk around the rim of the canyon is definitely worth
it as the views are spectacular, although it can take 3-4 hours and should
only be attempted early in the morning during the summer months. On your way
around the rim of the canyon you will pass the tropical pools of the Garden
of Eden, and the beehive rock formations called the Lost City. The views
from the canyon are also spectacular, overlooking the beautiful landscape.
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