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Swagging under the stars in the Red Centre: Photos 42 to 58
Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Uluru
July 9th 2009 by anaticulae
The Australian Outback conjures up images of a remote wilderness populated only by kangaroos, camels and the few real Crocodile Dundees. The main attraction, Uluru (also known as Ayers Rock) is one of the most recognizable icons of Australia, although I must confess that I only had a vague knowledge of it until saw some pictures in my Lonely Planet. As I was planning my trip, I came to fully appreciate the true vastness of Australia. Uluru is located in the Northern Territory and is a mere 2,977 km from Brisbane, roughly 1 day and 14 hours straight of driving. The nearest “major city” is Alice Springs (population 24,000) and is still 440 km away, about a 5 hour drive. In short, Uluru is in the middle of nowhere.
Over 13% of Australia is covered by desert and it is no small wonder that many early explorers died during their expeditions to cross the country. When I pictured the Red Centre, I saw gigantic red sand dunes similar to those in the Sahara Desert. Quite to the contrary, the desert around Uluru is extremely colorful and full of vegetation that has adapted to the harsh conditions. It even rains! One
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January 7th 2010 - candy: Thanks and help
Hi,
Just to let you know, I thoroughly enjoyed your photos. I am a writer and I have been unsuccessfully looking for a map that goes around Uluru. Could you tell me on sides of the rock Mala cave and the Skull are located. Thanks
Check this out
http://www.environment.gov.au/parks/uluru/visitor-information/images/maps/uluru-detailed-map.gif
i think it's the official map that you get when you go to the visitors centre
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Turtle!
Our guide did promise that there would be turtles in Kings Canyon. We just didn't expect it to be a gigantic rock.
Long Distance Train
The Ghan train traves right across the country, from Adelaide to Alice Springs to Darwin. The complete journey takes over 48 hours and covers 2979 kilometres.
Train Station in Adelaide
Due to a minor misadventure, I happened to visit the train station. Luckily, I managed to pick up another bus that took me to the airport.
The Backpacks
Surprisingly, my big backpack weighed less than 15 kgs, even packed with a tent, sleeping bag and bed roll.
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January 7th 2010 - candy: Thanks and help
Hi,
Just to let you know, I thoroughly enjoyed your photos. I am a writer and I have been unsuccessfully looking for a map that goes around Uluru. Could you tell me on sides of the rock Mala cave and the Skull are located. Thanks
Check this out
http://www.environment.gov.au/parks/uluru/visitor-information/images/maps/uluru-detailed-map.gif
i think it's the official map that you get when you go to the visitors centre
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