Lovers of water elements, the ocean, exotic beauty of the natural landscape and unique species of animals and plants are ideal for such a place as Australia. In cities, the modern architecture of business neighborhoods and older preserved historically significant buildings are combined in cities. A rich variety of bizarre outlines of lakes, mountain ranges, rocks creates an unusual atmosphere. Crystal clear waters, comfortable beaches and interesting parks - all this attracts tourists who come for an unforgettable rest.
: Where exactly you need to get
Show table attractions of Australia
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Location |
Working hours |
Cost |
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Review with Bridge Harbor Bridge |
Sydney (near the harbor) |
In coordination with the guide |
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Observation platform Tower |
(The input is closed from 20:00 in the telenex) |
The price for the entrance (AUD): |
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House of Queen Victoria |
Sydney, 455 George St. |
From 9:00 to 18:00 In Thu - from 9: 00-21: 00. On Sunday - the working day is abbreviated. |
Free admission |
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Cathedral of St. Paul |
Melbourne |
From 8:00 to 18:00. On weekends - the opening time is abbreviated. |
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Opera theatre (SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE) |
Sydney, Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000. |
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Diving in the Big Barrier Reef |
Eastern coast of the mainland. Next to pieces Queensland. |
Year-round |
With an instructor in the open space - 130-260 AUD. Training courses along the coast - 500-650 AUD. |
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Excursions in the Park "Kakada" (held in English language) |
Not far from Darwin. Next door to Nitmiluk Park |
Entrance state ticket: Adults - 25 AUD. Children under 15 years old - free. Talon validity period - 14 days. Paid separately: Cruises on the yellow river of alligators; Walking in the bird peace and others. |
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Walking along the Koal Reserve (Park "Lone Pine Koala") |
Address: 708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069. |
Input ticket (AUD): Adults - $ 20 |
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Australian famous zoo reptiles |
Queensland, Gold Coast. |
Shared entrance ticket - $ 44. |
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Tour cruise in the archipelago Bukanir and horizontal waterfalls |
North-West Mainland |
Coordinates with the company providing services. |
From $ 480 with 1 person. |
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Tour to the Victorian settlement of Port Arthur |
about. Tasmania |
Excursion lasts about 2 hours. For example, 18: 00-21: 00. |
Guide services are included in the tour price. |
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Ski resort Falls Creek "Falls Creek" |
Drive 4.5 h from Melbourne |
From 8:30 to 16:30 |
Day Ski Pass: Adults - 6464 rubles. (133 AUD); Students, pensioners - 4666 rubles. (96 AUD); Children - 3596 rubles. (74 AUD) |
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Wine tours based on hotels |
Melbourne Adelaide |
Coordinated with the hotel administration. |
Adults - from 138,000 rubles. Children - from 98 600 rubles. |
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Important! All tours, excursion travel It should be ordered in advance before arrival in Australia. So you save not only your time, make rest less troublesome. But also guaranteed to the active tourist season, get a place in hotels, vehiclesRestaurants, which are included in the cost of a ticket.
Beautiful Harbor Sydney.
The picturesque panorama of the Sydney Harbor will not leave any tourist indifferent. All over the world, it is considered the most beautiful in Sydney. Attractive sites, nearby to the harbor, are numerous islands, the Bridge Harbor, the Opera House Rock building, areas with interesting and historical buildings "Rox", "Darling Harbor".
It contains all sailing and yacht sports, and not just for the berths of other vessels.
The largest bridge Harbor Bridge
In Sydney is built the largest arched arched bridge on the planet. Its steel construction is so strong that it withstands the bevel of winds and the bad weather is already not one generation of people in the country. Thousands of tourists flock to this place to see an amazing structure.
Harbor Bridge can not only admire the publication, and take pictures on his background, but also stroll through the side arc. For this purpose, a tourist service is specifically provided - a trip to the top of the bridge with an instructor. Many are tempted by this attraction because from the top point of the bridge, it is simply overwhelming views of the state of N.S.W.
Everyone desirable is equipped with a special suit and insurance. The bridge is rightfully considered one of the main jewelry of the cityscape.
Sydney City Unique Tower
Called "CentRepoint Tower" ("Central Point"). A construction was built in 1981. It attracts attention to himself almost from any point of inspection in the metropolis. This is not a telecommunications tower, although the TV zone is also equipped here. It is designed to arrange a shopping and entertainment complex. It is such a design that the architectural solution as a shopping center, the building has no analogues in the world.
In the tower open for visits:
- restaurants;
- cafe;
- the shops;
- cinemas;
- transparent floors;
- multiple viewing sites.
The most memorable event for the tourist will be at the top tier. A retractable observation deck is perfectly thought out here. To the height of 268 m not everyone agreed to rise. But still guests are among the guests of Australia and such cough. Panorama opens just a stunning - cityscape, amazing illumination of evening Sydney, ocean expanses. Impressions will remain, really aggravated and inspiring.
Another name of the tower is the "needle to heaven." Allowed to be photographed for free.
Former residence of the English Monarchy - Queen Victoria House
Sydney is glorious not only by the beauty of buildings in a modern style. He also carefully retained and historical old. IN business Quarter Sydney - the capital of the state of the new South Wales (N.W.) placed the building of historical significance. It is knocked out of the entire ensemble with its gothic style, serving the highlight of the urban appearance. The building was built in 1898 by the Scottish architect.
Important! Today is used as a modern shopping center. Therefore, this object will be especially interesting to lovers and architectural value.
Mode of operation:
- Mon-Wed, Fri, Sat - 9: 00-18: 00;
- Thu - 9: 00-21: 00;
- Sun - 11: 00-17: 00.
Free admission.
You can get to home by routes buses - 412, 413, 422, 423, 426, 422, 423, 426, 428, 431, 433, 436, 438, 439, 440, 436, 501, 439, 440, 470, 500, 501. Inside there are many different boutiques, jewelry stores, British style cafeteria .
Military Memorial - Memory of Warships of Australia
Located in the city of Canberra, which is the capital of Australia. The idea of \u200b\u200borganizing a memorial in honor of the dead soldiers belonged to Charles Bina. The project was created in 1917, but it was built only in 1941. It was necessary to conduct great research of documents to draw up a list of those killed in different battles (I, II World War).
What is there:
- memorial zone;
- museum;
- center for Research;
- theatre;
- newsreel;
- thematic halls dedicated to valor, aviation, anzak (heavy weapons);
- cafe;
- garden sculptures, etc.
The entrance is free. Mode of operation - from 10:00 to 17:00.
The Museum-Memorial is considered the only world around the world. There are huge collections of weapons, uniforms, objects of art and other people associated with military topics.
Popular site "Albert Hall"
The Albert Hall concert platform can be found in Canberre on the Commonwealth Avenue. The style repeats the Royal Albert Hall in England. After the discovery in 1928, a modification was made - established an organ (1980 g). It is noteworthy that he was delivered from Great Britain, Odeon Theater. Now the concert hall is included in the list of objects of the country's national wealth.
Today, various musical events of the city and dedicated to the celebrations of the country's common holidays are held. The hall is rented under parties, banquets.
Modern skyscraper tower "Eureka"
The skyscraper was erected in 2006. The total budget was laid in almost 2 million Australian dollars. He was located in one of the major cities - Perth (western mainland). The height of the skyscraper is 200 m., But if we take into account other details (eg, underground floors), then the tower will reach 297 m. Total floors built - 91 above the ground and 9 - parking (including underground - 1 fl.). All steel design, frame - concrete.
The sightseeing site is located on the 88th floor. A beautiful couple with the River Yarra spread around the construction around the construction, along which you can walk and take pictures on the background of a miracle of modern architecture.
Miracle of Light - Ocean Road
Type Chinese wall, Australian road is also called - Great. It will be a big omission not to go through this miracle of human engineering thought. The length is 243 km. And they all stretch along the coast of the ocean.
Use is possible at any time of the year. The road is free.
To find such a way enough to come to the staff of Victoria. Parallel lines of the roadway is also laid and hiking route. It is opened mainly for lovers to admire the beauty of water element and original flat-rock scenery of sushi.
Here, interesting 8 rocks protruding from the water, as well as the ridges of Grotto and Locke Ard.
Beautiful Melbourne Cathedral of St. Paul
The cathedral belongs to the Anglican Church. In Nim still pass worship. Therefore, all those who wish are kindly invited not only to admire majestic building, but also pray. The construction of the historical structure of the 19th century is dating.
Working hours:
- Mon-Fri - 8: 00-18: 00;
- Sat - 9: 00-16: 00;
- Sun - 8: 00-19: 00.
The entrance is not paid.
The architecture prevails Gothic - elevated to heaven numerous spiers, stretched up turrets, round and arched window designs, doorways, lattice finish of plaster, red brick and more. There is also an organ, which is rightfully considered the largest in the world, which was equipped in the 19th century.
At the entrance to the Cathedral there are small beings-kiosks, where you can buy small temple attributes and souvenirs.
Original Opera House in Sydney
This original architectural object is a business card of Australia. Built in the shape of a sink dissolving their sash. Here it can be submitted to show 5 views at the same time. Included in the area also cafes, restaurants, bars, shops with souvenirs.
Halls are designed for the following number of viewers:
- concert - 2500 people;
- opera - 1500 people;
- dramatic performances - over 500 people.
There are also the small halls of drama and comedy, studios for theatrical art. And one room - in the open sky.
White Beach Bondi
10 km from Sydney, you can see a stunningly beautiful and well-kept Bondi Beach (in language local residents - "Wave, breaking about the rock"). This is a popular place among residents of Australia and her guests. But it also includes the top 10 of the best beaches of the world!
You can come here at any time of the year. The entrance is free.
The beach is equipped for:
- jogging;
- games in beach volleyball and other sports games;
- holding contests, race;
- recreation.
Comfortable lounge chairs, umbrellas, clean soft white sand And affectionate water is all in order to swim with the maximum convenience and sunbathing. Water surf lovers often come here to ride azure waves.
The length of the strip is within 1 km, the width is 50-100 m. Please note when you swim that a grid is provided in the water - a special fence that protects vacationers from sharks.
Twelve rock "Apostles"
Landmark is located in Victoria. These are cliffs from limestone Great Ocean Road. Their number does not coincide with the name "twelve apostles" from the fact that over time the rocks are collapsed and washed away by waves. Today they are 8, and not 12. The last - 9 cliff, was destroyed by the power of water in 2005. But the name has been fixed as a memorable.
There is a tourist center
- flight strings on the helicopter;
- hiking on the beach.
You can come and admire scaling formations in any season. Payment is not provided.
Great Barrier Reef
Reef is interesting not only to tourists, but also by scientists. The length of the barrier is 2600 km. The largest cluster of reefs (about 3000) and the numerousness of the islands (about 900) allows a large number of tourists to come here to relax, athletes - compete, and scientists - to explore unique varieties of flora and fauna.
In water space live:
- 134 types of sharks, skates;
- 1500 species of a variety of fish;
- 411 solid corals;
- 1/3 Part of the global arole of soft corals.
Here is offered:
- Acquired observation.
- Diving.
- Holidays on a spacious beach.
- Hotels on the Ocean.
Reef Square - 344,400 km. sq. A wide variety of the life of the underwater world. This gives extensive opportunities for lovers to do diving. For students in diving schools, there is one advantage - all the student without exception receive PADI certificates,SSI.
The shrine of Australia - Uluru (or - Ayers Rock)
Rock for the local population is a sacred place. The monolith is the most ancient on the planet. The length is stretched by 2.5 km, and in width - 348 km. Periodically, the color of rock varies, which is unique and is of interest to tourists.
Visit time is year-round.
The cost of a tour of a person - 180 AUD. Duration - 3 days.
Interesting:
- plateau;
- breed color;
- caves;
- scoop pictures.
Nearby spread the city - Yulara. It has comfortable hotels, cafes and restaurants to stay on a day or two. A comfortable airport allows tourist group Visitors quickly move to the historical destination and back.
You can get to the destination with the help of a shuttle, which is easy to order both upon arrival at the airport and at the hotel. You can order a separate Russian guide service separately (for a specific fee).
Magic blue mountains
Such a name was taken to mountain ridge in the west of Sydney because they are periodically covered by the SIZY evaporation of moisture. Mostly surfaces are covered with eucalyptus forests. The impressive part of this area is listed for the State Department as National Park (UNESCO). It is best to start traveling in the mountains from the city of Katoumba. This is also a picturesque place where there are:
- waterfalls;
- caves;
- canyons;
- the woods;
- mining railway Town Katoumba.
Traach time is any season per year. Payment is provided for visiting individual objects. It is not provided for by the State Department.
There are some sites of tourist routes, where the entrance is prohibited due to collaps and other hazards.
Park Kakada
Another National Park, which is called "Cakada" in honor of one of the local tribes. Located 171 km from Darwin. Therefore, it has nothing to do with the bird. It is located south of the coastline 200 km, and from West to the East - 100-150 km. Attend the park year-round.
For tourists it will be interesting here:
- beautiful landscapes, surprisingly not similar to other similar world objects;
- rare birds;
- animal species;
- many interesting reptiles;
- red rock rocks, because of which the place is called the "Red Heart of Australia";
- caves;
- alligator River;
- rainforests;
- empty.
For lovers of archaeological themes there are two unique objects - caves where mysterious cave drawings. Their age is not given much nor little - 18,000 years.
IN settlement Jabiru Park has a visit center for guests - "hit." There you can explore the information stands about animals, birds, plants, to buy souvenirs.
Phillip Penguin Parade
On the island of Phillip, you can see an interesting sight - a mass procession of penguins. Daily, small penguins are marching to the ocean, and at sunset they return to the landing towards their homes. At any time of the year, millions of tourists flock at any time of the year to watch such a show.
Cost input ticket To the center of coal conservation and for inspection of Penguins parade:
- adults - 17 $;
- children - $ 10.
Photographing the procession is prohibited. This is due to the fact that it is possible to knock the birds with flashes of cameras.
The island is also famous for its Koal Reserve. You can get to it in three ways: on the motor ship (from Nab. Cultural Center Pontoon in Brisbane, pcs. Queensland), vehicles (buses number 430, 445), car rental (GPS coordinates: 27.533333,152.96861).
Hospitable Queensland Zoo
The Australian Zoo is located in Birva, pcs. Queensland. Once here lived in the world famous long-lived turtle (175 years old) - Henrietta lived. She studied H. Darvin.
The zoo has many viewing sites equipped with seats for visitors. In the center is a stadium where you can see the performances of crocodiles and other animals. Comfortable conditions are also created for its abode: tigers, elephants, rare birds, cheetahs, turtles, lemurs, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, kangaroo.
Here is also interesting to the Temple of the Tigger - a transparent pavilion, in which 15 individuals live representatives of the feline family
Miscellability of a stone wave
Ready natural phenomena Often makes admire its strength and uniqueness. Near the small town of Hyden (350 km from Perth) in the western part of the Australian mainland, it is not clear how the stone block shaped in the form of a wave was formed. You can get in 4 hours on any vehicle. Every year, more than 140,000 tourists go to this miracle. Science dates the formation of granite rock 60 million years ago!
When can I visit? In any season. The price for lifting on the rock is changing, you need to specify.
The height of the phenomenal block is about 15 m., Length is 110 m. The originality is still in the change in the shade of the breed when the daily lighting difference. By a specially adapted staircase, you can even go upstairs.
Romance Cape Bayron.
Located at the easternmost point of the mainland. The name in 1770. Cape received from the English military sailor and traveler - James Cook. Cape is very convenient to admire the academic ocean, a beautiful architectural water building - a white lighthouse. Tourists attract the attraction of exactly their beauty and inspirational romance.
The time of stay is any (in agreement with the organizers of the tour). The price varies depending on the types of travel.
Due to its location, the cape gives the opportunity to tourists first in Australia will meet the sunrise. Here are observed for fishing whales, turtles, skates. You can admire the expanses of Gondvian forests, Mount Warning National Park after lifting to volcanic ancient crater.
Natural Phenomenon - Horizontal Waterfalls
To the north-west of the most continent, you can meet an interesting phenomenon of water element. Ocean water flows between rocky island formations. When the tide is enhanced, then a strong flow is formed in the ducts. In addition, it forms the narrowness of Rassewin rocks. And the difference in the levels of thresholds gives water even greater dynamics. As a result, we have a great view - raging waterfalls. But they are practically horizontal!
The height of the thresholds is 5 m., Width - 10 m, 20 m. For a specific fee, you can order an aircraft on a helicopter or a small seaplane. Ground cruises last 4-14 days. They are usually ordered from April-October.
Wild sandy about. Fraser and unique about. Middle Island
Earlier, such an island was called simply - "Paradise". Such a name was given by the aborigines who lived here. Natural expanses remained practically not affected by human civilization. So this corner is interesting in many wild unique plants and fauna.
It was possible to look at the unique "hanging" lakes, which received such a name due to the visual soaring effect on the island over the salt oceanic glady. Scientists still do not understand how the lakes appear fresh water In the absence of rivers and other sources. Presumably, from marsh streams and springs. Today, this attraction is protected and is put into order because it is on the verge of extinction due to strong pollution by tourists.
The season for tourists is year-round. The cost of walking is not installed at the state level.
In total, there are over 40 lakes with fresh water. Here you can also admire the dunes. Some reaches a height of up to 240 m.
On the west coast Islands spread beautiful mangrove forests. But they have swamps. So walk there without a conductor is not recommended.
On the island of Middle Aland, located in the southwestern part of Australia, there is a unique object - Pink Lake Hillier. His water, indeed, of this color. And scientists still did not solve the riddle, why water acquires such a shade. She is salted. Salt was mined in the lake. True, not long - only 6 years (beginning of the twentieth century).
You can still walk around the lake in the eucalyptus forest or on the beach with snow-white soft sand.
Valley Barrosa - the source of Australian wines
Located Barros Valley on the southwestern side of the green continent 60 km from Adelaide. North steam river flows through its territory. One of the many Valleys of Australia, where grapes are grown and wonderful drinks are prepared according to ancient recipes.
Through the entire valley there is a main road. Therefore, to get to its cities will be easy for any motor vehicle.
Winemaking is another of the industries that, along with tourism and water sports Significantly raises the economy of the whole country. In the state of South Australia, it is this valley that belongs to the main wine-reinforcement region. Plantation belongs to the owner of the most famous Australian brand "Penfolds Grange".
Popular tourist events in the valley:
- Lifting to the top of Mengler Hill Mountains.
- Festival of Australian Wine.
- Skating on biker moto.
- Flights on balloons.
- Visiting restaurants in the cities of the valley, where wine tasting is offered.
The main three cities:
- Tanunda;
- Narutpa;
- Angaston.
Travel time - May-September. The cost depends on the type of activity.
This place is worth visiting not only for the visit to the local famous cellar and the samples of wine, but also just admire the beauties. Landscape of farm and horticultural land and all nature as a whole fascinate out!
Wine festival in Australia lasts long - a whole week! But it is held only 1 time in 2 years.
Memorial Port Arthur (Prison)
Sightseeing is located in the plane from the continent - southeast of it on about. Tasman in the state with the same name. The distance between Australia and the island is 240 km, from Hobart - 97 km. Shares the island and mainland watering Bass. Nearby there are also other islands - Kang, Flinders, McQori and others.
Visit time is any. Cost - included in the tour service.
Today, quests and real attractions "Travel with ghosts" are held here and everything in such a spirit. You need to dress warmer to visit. On the island is quite cold and raw climate.
After the colonization of Australia Europeans, the criminals often referred to Tasmania and put in prison. The most terrible for the convicts of Port Arthur prison was listed. Today, the building and the church are well preserved and serve as a museum. A visit to such an object allows you to get an idea of \u200b\u200bhow the convicts lived at the time of the current prison.
The southernmost part of the population - Tasmania
The accumulation of the islands is noteworthy not only by its unique location, but also popular among tourists and athletes. One of the most southernmost localities of the planet, this Australian state is considered because the ocean and another mainland - Antarctica begins next. Beautiful landscapes and unique nature to make admire these places throughout the time of stay.
Visit the islands is better in seasons directly related to mass events. If there is a desire to just relax - then April-October - will be perfect for you.
The following sports events are held annually in Tasmania:
- The regatta is sailing, rowing, where participating is usually the vessel of different class.
- Racing on water sailboats or yachts.
- Ski events.
The capital of Tasmania is the city of Hobart. Competitions are usually carried out by a route from Sydney to Hobart.
For lovers of water extreme, it will be interesting to know that for the passage of the regatta there is a difficult route with different weather conditions on my way.
In Tasmania, ski slopes are located in Australia. Total number 28 mountains, which are measured - more than 1220 m. The most high Point "Less-Tor" is located in the Ben-Lomond Mountainside. It is 60 km from Launceston.
The lowest point itself is 1500 m, high - 1780, the differences, springboard - up to 280 m. It is best to come to ski riding seasons - June-September.
Useful information from a professional traveler
As soon as you come to Australia and settle in the department, you need to immediately recognize and book places in your favorite tours, excursions. It is very convenient - on the basis of hotels, choose where it is necessary to get, without looking for the Australian tourist center.
One of the popular such centers is "Darling Harbor" in Sydney. Work time from 8:00 to 20:00.
| Name | Where is | Features, which is included in the price | price, rub. |
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| Saffire-Freycinet. | Tasmania | The largest in the country. | 63 420 |
| Lizard Island Resort. | Northern Barrier Reef | 24 beach; Diving; Sorkling; Simple but comfortable rooms. | 64 015 |
| Base Backpackers Melbourne Hostel | Center Melbourne, the coast of St Kilda. | Noisy walking constant. For active holidaymakers. | |
If you want to admire the miracle of nature, like horizontal waterfalls in Australia, you need to take into account the time of low tide and tide. Moreover, interest on the site of the local hydrometector on the strength of the flow of tidal flow. Because when there are no strong shelves, then alas, and stormy water waterfalls disappear.
Review from tourist
Oleg Barkovsky.
"I did not expect that the Museum of the caterior life of Port Arthur will be so interesting. Especially when you go around all the exposures with the guide. Without a guide that tells about the past times, there is essentially and do nothing. Visit free, but the price for the guide services is included in the price of the tour. Each building is interesting in its own way. The prison itself is destroyed, but the walls still stand. Of all the museums, where I have been to Australia, I consider this place as the most amazing of all others speaking Australian history. "
Lot interesting places: There are also secret city tunnels, and aircraft cemeteries, and strange pink lakes, and the coolest railway track in the world. We present a selection of 10 of the most interesting places in the green continent.
1. Australian capital UFO
Wellyf-Wel is called the Australian Capital UFO. This tiny town in northern territory is visited by thousands of tourists who are hoping for contact with extraterrestrial civilization. It is believed that aliens fly over the local sky so often that UFOs can be seen almost every night.
2. Tunnels under Sydney
Sydney - very big city Australia. Life is boiling not only under the sun, but also under the ground, right under the business part of the metropolis. Going down, you can explore the tunnels in which underground rivers flow.
3. Pink lakes
Among the most unusual natural Wonders Australia - Pink Salted Lakes. Unusual color they are obliged to algae. One of these lakes is located in Murray-Sunset National Park, in Victoria. Unusual reservoirs are also found in South and Western Australia.
4. Cemetery of aircraft
For the filming of the film about the end of the world, the Alice Springs airport is suitable, where the cemetery of aircraft derived their operation is located. There is also a similar place in the Mojave desert, in California.
5. Observation platform in Sydney
From the view from the viewing platform of the Sydney Building Tower Eye captures the Spirit. From here 360 \u200b\u200b° offers a magnificent panorama of the city: on the coast, the Botanical Bay and the airport. Plus, right on the site you can do yoga.
6. The world's coolest railway descent
Scenic Railway, the coolest railway descent in the world is located in the blue mountains, close to Sydney. The angle of inclination, like a cliff, reaches 64 °. The path of 310 m long passes through the tunnel along the mountainside and through the rain forest.
7. Aboriginal village
To get acquainted with the history of indigenous people of Australia, it is worth visiting Nyingeri - a picturesque, a secluded village of Aboriginal, located in the east of Arnhem-Lenda (Northern Territory). Among the local entertainment is the digging of wild yams, search for turtle eggs and hunting.
8. The world in miniature
Kokington Green Gardez Park in Canberra is famous for the fact that there are tiny villages here, clinging close to whom, you can feel like a Gulliver in Liliput countries. Houses form villages made in different styles. Among them, there are, for example, the traditional English settlement.
9. The world's longest postal tract
You can travel by plane by the longest postal route in the world. The distance from Port Augusta (South Australia) to the end point - Glengyle Staishn (Queensland) - is 2,500 km. Flights is carried out by West Wing Aviation.
10. Spiritual homeland of indigenous Australians
Uluru (Erse Rock), a place known as the spiritual homeland of Australia's indigenous people, is located in the northern territory, 320 km from Alice Springs. Together with Sydney Opera, this is the most recognizable landmark of Australia. You can stay near this sandstone block at the Longitude 131 Hotel, which opens good view This is a miracle of nature.
Description of the sights of Australia is impressive. Mountains, rocks, gorges, deserts, amazing shores and bays - the shortest listthe names of Australia's attractions may take hundreds of pages. Most of them are parks and reserves.What sights in Australia are not connected with nature? Here are their brief list:
Cape Tribuleishn . In this unique place there are two national parks listed in the list of natural world heritage, the Tropical Forest Dainri and a big barrier reef. This is one of the few places in Australia, where the rainforest descends straight to the sea.
Australian butterfly nature reserve Located on Nature Lowe in the villageKuranda It offers to see 2000 types of butterflies.
Reserve Lone Pine Koala Sankchuery - For animals wildlife Australia. Here is the Livekungur, Oposatum, Tasmanian Devil, Vombat, Emu and Larochvost. And his main pride is a 130 koal. Here, alone, see animals and birds without cells or to visit the cells along with them, come as close as the animal will allow.
Lamington National Park - Mission of subtropical jungle. This is a forest with Lianami, palm trees and ancient ferns. A beautiful panorama of mountains and valleys offers a beautiful panorama of mountains and valleys.
Reserve Carrambin -27 hectares of beautiful landscapes near the beach of Karrambin. In one of the largest Australian parks, you can feed the kangaroo, parrots, there is a snake show.
Rottnest Island , Western Australia - The reserve from the coast of Perth, an environmentally friendly area, where it is forbidden to move on cars. The ancient forests of cypresses and tea tree are preserved here, and the unique little short-tailed Kangaroo-Kuokka is found, mistakenly accepted by Dutch discovers for rats, which are called the Rottnest Island, which means the "rat nest".
Kimberley -Region Western Australia, located in the north of the state. Kimberly Square 3 times more than the area of \u200b\u200bthe UK. This is the land of striking contrasts. There are siroscophers of Cable Beach Brachem West and Rugged Red Rats and Gorge in the East. Kimberly are one of the most ancient landscapes by age millions.
Gajj Gage National Park . The gorge of more than 14 km long was formed by the Waters of the Fitzroy River, for many years made through the ancient coastal limestone barrier reef.
Vindyan Gorge National Park . East of the cityDerby is the Windian Gorge Gorge, stretched by 3.5 km, formed by the Lennard River in the thicker of limestone reef, 350 million years old. River bed is filled with water only in summer season, with November by May.
Northern North Territory Park It offers to plunge into the world of wildlife and enjoy all the variety of tropical Australia. Special attention in the park is paid to the restoration of local animal species, which found themselves on the verge of extinction.
Lichfield National Park - One of the most beautiful parks of the Northern Territory. The park is located 140 km south of Darwin. The park is famous for its rainforests, natural reservoirs, picturesque cascading waterfalls, the most famous of which are Vangi, Toll and Florence.
Nitmiluk National Park It is a house for the people of Javan. For millions of years, it rains out of sandstone 13 separate gorges of incredible beauty. You can not only ride a boat on the river flowing through the gorges, and swim in it, but also walk along the picturesque paths to the waterfalls of Savtin Miley Crystal, Cutta-Katt and hot caves thermal sources Mataranka. The park has a beautiful Catherine Gorge.
Arnheneland It is located in the northeast of the Northern Territory and borders with the National Park Kakada, the Coburg Peninsula by the Arafura Sea. A huge park space is occupied by tropical savannah, wild sea beaches, deserted islands, rivers, sising fish, brown rainforests, huge snow-white dunes. These land belong to the Aboriginal, so you can get here only by special permission or with a tourist group.
West McDonnell National Park This is a picturesque natural reserve to the west of Alice Springs. Parallel McDonnell ridges belong to the oldest mountains on the planet. The house for many endemic species of plants and animals is the gorge of extraordinary beauty. Simpson Gap Gorge is 20 km from Alice Springs. Part of the Western McDonnell Ridge is sacred for aboriginal gorge and lake of rainwater.
Tasmania - Ostrov from the south-east coast of Australia, separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. Tasmania is named so in honor of the navigator Abel Tasman, who opened the island. This is the smallest state of the country. There are mountains and hills, valleys with historical cities, plateau, volcanoes, tropical forests, hundreds of lakes and snow-white beaches.
Mount Wellington The height of 1270 m. The top of the mountain is often snow-covered almost in all seasons except summer. The mountain offers a beautiful view of Hobart and its surroundings, including Bruni Island, Houoni Derwent Valley, the regions west of Hobart, relating to national parks.
Southeast National Park - Most Big Tasmania National Park. This is land majestic mountains, dense forests and green plains. On the island of Sarah in Makuery Bay in 1821, a reliable settlement was founded.
National Park Franklin Gordon with turbulent, rapid rivers, majestic mountain peaks, dense forests are located in the center of the Tasmania region entered into the list of natural reserves of world importance.
National Park Lake Sant Claire. In this part of the natural reserve there are Mount Craidl, the most high mountain Osse Tasmania, Lake Sant Claire, the deepest freshwater lake Australia.
Port Arthur - There is a hardware settlement, the largest in Australia, in which from 1830 to 1877 contained more than 12,500 convicts. Boat trips regularly dead islandwhere more than 2,000 people are buried. The port of Arthur is located on the Tasmanian Peninsula, famous for its extraordinary scaling formations: Tasmanian arch and devil kitchen.
Tasmanian Devil Park Located near the port of Arthur and a small town of Tarana. Every morning, the Tasmanian devils are fed here. Here you can also close to the typical animals of Tasmania, such as the homes, the silent cunits, etc. The park is also a refuge for all wounded animals.
National Park on Mount Field - One of the oldest National Parks of Tasmania near Hobart. On the trails among eucalyptus and ferns, you can reach the picturesque waterfall Russell.
National Park Cataract - One of the best Parks of Tasmania. There is a charming road and a suspended bridgeJune 3 marks the founding day of Australia. We advise you in the summer to go on a journey and see many interesting places of the fifth continent.
1. Ulur. . This orange-brown rock, towering among the desert, is a real symbol of Australia. This rock since ancient times was the place of worship of Aboriginal, and this is not surprising. After all, the rock consists of red sandstone, which is surprisingly changing the color depending on the lighting, so it looks like at different times of the day in different ways. In addition, from under the mountain beats many sources, which is awesome for the desert and the only placewhere you can find water for tens of kilometers in the district.
2. Great Barrier Reef . This reef is the largest coral reef of the world, so he is a favorite place of divers. Actually, a large barrier reef consists of more than 2900 small reefs surrounded by coastal islands. Nowhere else there is no such natural ecosystem, in which many corals coexist (more than 400 species), fish, including several types of sharks, sea turtles. This reef is visible even from space and is the largest building created by alive organisms.
3. Cakada National Park . He is a cultural and natural monument of Australia. The park is surrounded by mountains from all sides, has a huge territory equal to the area of \u200b\u200bIsrael. Kakada Park has a unique nature, it is inhabited by animals and plants that will not meet anywhere else in the world. And the animals of Australia themselves are the subject of pride of the continent, because all the well-known silence on earth is its inhabitants.
4. Tasmania Island - One of the Australian states. This is a real earthly paradise. On Tasmania, rain forests are preserved, in which two thirds of animals inhabiting the planet are preserved. It is believed that in the forests of Tasmania to live up to a million species of living beings, not yet known science. On the island, such rare species, as a silent cuckor and Vombat - the largest mammal on Earth are inhabited. It is famous for the island and the highest eucalyptus in the world. On Tasmania, eucalyptus grows up to a hundred meters high. Impressive spectacle!
5. Port Sydney . It is here that the famous Sydney Opera Theater, which became a heritage of UNESCO and Botanical Garden Sydney. Opera House manits to itself not only connoisseurs of vocal art, but also lovers of interesting architecture. This unique construction will be remembered by the traveler with its majesticity and unusualness. From three sides the theater is surrounded by water, and the roof of the tetra reminds not the huge sails, not the wings of a giant swan. The theater is proud of the biggest curtain in the world and the largest organ. The building building covers more than two hectares.
6. Sydney Oceanarium . Opened recently after repair, the oceanarium is one of the most important attractions of Australia. This amazing collection of the living beings of the ocean has about 13 thousand animals. Here in conditions close to natural, and comfortable for viewing by people, live as giant sharks and turtles and thousands of species of fish, skates, the aquarium crabs built so that sharks and other terrible ocean inhabitants swim in close proximity to visitors. These delivers weight scrolling sensations! For the repair of this gigantic aquarium spent more than $ 10 million.
7. Purnululu National Park . This park can only be reached in the dry season and only on SUVs, but these inconvenience will be rewarded with contemplation of amazing striped rocks. The alternating stripes of gray and orange sandstone attract thousands of tourists from all over the world to these places.
8. Sydney Tower . You can visit this tower looking platformwhich is located at an altitude of 305 meters. It opens a beautiful view of the city. There is a restaurant on the tower, and for the most courageous - Sky Walk. This is a walk through a glass corridor at an altitude of 260 meters. Paul in the corridor is also transparent!
9. Pink lake Hiller . Located in Western Australia and is another insoluble scientists in the riddle of the continent. The fact is that it is still completely incomprehensible, which gives the water pink color. It used to be the opinion that these are some special algae, but this guess was crashing - there is no algae in the lake at all.
10. Horizontal Waterfall in Talbot Bay . This amazing waterfall not only falls horizontally, but also changes the direction of water of water several times a day. It invariably leads to the delight of all tourists. The secret of the waterfall in a very narrow distance between two rocks, between which water is clamped. And given the powerful tides in the bay, everything becomes scientifically explained. But still incredible!
Australia is an amazing and unfamiliar place for Europeans. After all, agree, except for Kangaroo and a soup bear, nothing immediately comes to mind. But, in fact, miracles on this continent a lot.
Australia - amazing country Contrasts. It is at the same time the smallest continent and most big island. It is not particularly discovered for migrants, but thereby manits tourists who want to conquer her pristine beauty.
It was in Australia that the megalopolises are combined with the endless land, not a touch man. Her unique reserves fell into world heritage lists not in vain, there really is what is not in other places.
What to visit in Australia, so that after traveling the best memories remain?
1 Sydney Opera House
At the mention of Australia, the first thing that comes to mind is huge white sails. The building of the Sydney Opera House is business card For many years for many years. It is one of UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for the whole world. He is not analogous, it is not surprising that the theater is the most recognizable building in the world. Here you can not only make a cultural walk, but also visit the Royal Botanical Garden.
2 Great Barrier Reef
The present miracle is the greatest living building on the planet, another UNESCO object, a large barrier reef. It can also be seen, only visiting Australia. This unique formation visible from space consists of 2900 coral reefs and 900 islands. This place is guarded by the Marine Park of the Big Barrier Reef, and there is everything for an excellent rest. Diving, boat walks, scuba diving and acquaintance with 1600 types of tropical fish will surprise even the most sophisticated traveler!
3 Cakada National Park
This park is considered the largest in Australia and the second in the world. This place is a real treasure for those who like a virgin nature. Here you can find unique views birds, reptiles, plants, insects and fish. The territory of the park is surrounded by natural ledges and is as if in the reservation, creating a unique natural world. Also here you can see fashionable painting Aboriginalov, with some drawings - more than 18 thousand years. The park is also included in the list of UNESCO objects.
4 Blue Mountains National Park
This national park also applies to UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located in the west of Sydney and is a popular place for one-day camping. Almost 1500. square kilometers Mountains, forests and pristine beauty got their name is not in vain. Blue mountains were due to the fact that there are a lot of eucalyptus growing here. They evaporate a lot of essential oils that are created in the air a squeezed haze. Unbelievably beautiful!
5 Island Freser
And another World Heritage Sample - the largest sandy island in the world. It keeps the cozovy rusty ships that hit his network. Its area is more than 1800 square meters. kilometers, in its territory there are about 40 fresh lakes, as well as mangrove forests and swamps. Herd of horses, Dingo dogs, rare species of birds and animals are freely walking here.
6 Daittree National Park
In Queensland, you can find a unique place on Earth, where the latest virgin rainforests have been preserved. Ditri Park is included in the UNESCO list due to its unique ecosystem. More than 12 thousand insects live here, 30% of the number of all reptiles of Australia and 18% of all birds. In the park you can visit the cape of unfortunate, where the crash ship James Cook was wreking, look at the life of the tribe of the bunch of Jalande and meet unique animals.
7 Harbor Bridge
As well as Opera House, Bridge Harbor Bridge is a symbol of Sydney and the whole of Australia. The inhabitants of the city were jokingly nicknamed his "hanger". And in the world he knows how the largest steel arched bridge. Stretching 500 meters, it rises 134 meters above the harbor. What you need to make a tourist is to rise with a guide to the top of the bridge and enjoy the view.
8 Valley Yarra
This valley does not particularly stand out among other attractions of this unique country. But its main advantage is a unique offer for Extreme lovers. Above this valley, you can make a flight in a balloon and enjoy the view of extensive vineyards and charming farms. Also, the traveler will see Melbourne in all its glory from a bird's eye view.
9 Marine Mir
If there is no time to go to a large barrier reof, you can enjoy water entertainment in the largest Marine Park Australia - Seaworld. Here lives the only white bear, penguins, dolphins, races and other inhabitants of the seas in the country. In addition, the park can offer a lot of entertainment and attractions - it will not be boring!
10 Great Ocean Road
In Victoria, you can drive along the coast Pacific Ocean Almost 300 kilometers and see incredible beauty. The Great Ocean Road is beautiful in itself, but also on the way you can visit outstanding natural education. There is the famous London Arch, the Lok-Ard Ridge, Grotto and, of course, twelve apostles.
11 Uluru.
In the very center of Australia there is another favorite tourist destination. It is the most photographed in the country and not in vain. Uluru is a huge red monolith, which formed another 680 million years ago. It rises above the surface of 348 meters, but most of Monolith is hidden underground. Every year, it is visited by about 500 thousand tourists.
12 Kangaroo Island
What is Australia without a kangaroo? To see these unique animals in their natural habitat, you can visit Kangaroo Island. It is the third largest in Australia and is great for tourists. There is a lot of national parks, and also lives many species of animals that live only on this continent.
This selection of absolutely proves exactly what is one of the most unique places on our planet. Of course, this is not all her miracles, but one of the most favorite tourists of the directions!
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