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What can you expect from the only country-continent of the world, which is home to a couple of natural wonders of the world? These natural wonders i.e. the sandstone monolith and barrier reef are just a glimpse of the natural beauty of Australia. Unlike few other most preferred tourist places around the world like Canada, USA or New Zealand, Australia doesn’t hold highway side attractions. Small towns and suburbs have been careful about the tourism industry since a decade. One can explore any region of the continent, how far may it be from the civilization. Keeping all facilities and amenities in mind, Australia has been enlisted as one of the UNESCO world heritage sites.

Sydney Opera House:
This is the most instantly recognized landmark of Australia. It’s soaring and sail like architecture impresses the tourists. Sydney opera house is the pride icon of continent. it has been the busiest public place since its inauguration in 1973 by Queen Elizabeth II. This architectural marvel witnesses more than 3000 performances, entertains more than 2 million audience and claims priority among must see thing in Australia to 200,000 people’s list just to tour it.

 
Sydney Harbor Bridge:
Otherwise known as “The Coathanger”, might be taken as one of the world’s most massive steel arch bridges. It has also a record of hanging 134 meters above the Harbor water level. Tourists can also take a bridge climb, in exchange of a nominal fee, where they are escorted to the top most portion of the bridge. It is said that the most spectacular view of Sydney Harbor can only be felt and visualized from here.

 
Uluru/Ayers Rock (Northern Territory- Kata Tjuta National Park)
This is world’s largest monolith i.e. a single piece of rock. Uluru is the traditional name given by the local tribal people known as Pitjantjatjara. Uluru has been a matter of spiritual importance to them since centuries. The giant rock is 348 meters high with a circumference of 9.4 kilometers (elliptical in shape). Guides are available for walking tours to the most significant portions of this geological marvel.

The Great Barrier Reef (Coast of Queensland): This is world’s largest coral reef deposition spreading over 300,000 square kilometers, reaching 2600 kilometers in length. This is one of the few huge things on earth surface, those are visible from space. Biologists claim it to hold many unusual wildlife which are supposed to be terminated thousands of years ago. Several species of Dolphins, Loggerhead sea turtles are only seen around this coral reef.

 
Royal Botanical Gardens:
Established in Sydney (1816), this 30 hectares of greenery is home to more than 7500 species of plants. Plant awareness campaigns, presentations, guided tours are arranged throughout the year.

 
Port Arthur of Tasmania:
This port has served the British Empire as a timber section. This is a great tourist destination with thrilling Australian history. The place is a silent witness to its penal colony past.

 
Coober Pedy:
This place is famous for the unusual lifestyle of the local folks. They live underground throughout the year. This practice came in to existence when one of the local resident discovered that staying underground can bring a great relieve from the oppressive heat on earth surface. Some people also call this place as “Opal capital of the world”.
This place has a different attitude towards golf. The local golf course has no grass and the sport is played at night with illuminating golf balls. A portable divot is used to tee the sport. The whole area has hardly any tree around, appearing mostly like a desert without sand.

 
Kangaroo Island:
At last, here comes the pristine natural paradise of Australia. This is the must see thing in Australia for sure. This place is home to kangaroos, koalas and diversified natural setting.

The tourism in Australia is at its peak. All the modern amenities are available in each corner of the country continent these days. Book your cheap flights to Sydney today and visit this amazing country.