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 The Northern Territory is a traveller's dream
. This state is home to probably the most popular of the Australia's
tourist spots, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. The Northern
Territory is the 3rd largest state behind Western Australia and Queensland.
With its coastline to the north fringed by the Arafura and Timor Seas,
the Territory is an area of great distances, contrasts, and breathtaking
beauty.
The tropical capital, Darwin has a colourful history and is surrounded by clear clean blue waters to the north and the tropical wetlands of Kakadu to the south east. Darwin is one of my favourite cities, and if it wasn't so hot in the wet season I would live there. Australians casually refer to southern parts of the state simply as The Center and travelling in these regions can be harsh, However the scenery is spectacular with the highlights being, of course ,Uluru, formerly known as Ayers Rock, the mighty Kings Canyon and countless national parks that I would not miss. This is the state where we have cattle stations the size of the State of Texas as any Northern Territorian will be more than happy to tell you.
There is so much to see and do in the Northern Territory, and it truly is a destination in its own right. Katherine Gorge is a must if in the area with most visitors taking a boat trip to fully appreciate the splendour of the gorge. Whatever happens, the Top End will have those camera's clicking and the mind reeling. Have Fun. |
Visitors to the Territory should be aware of
the climatic conditions for the time of year that you intend to visit
as these can be harsh. Any trip that involves travelling by road for
long distances, should be meticulously planned. Approximately 45%
of the territory is classified as Aboriginal land and with 160,000
people, they make up 25% of the population. The Aboriginal lands can
be visited but special permits are required. All permits are available
from the appropriate councils in both Darwin and Alice Springs.
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