Sunset at Mindil Beach Sunset Markets

Darwin

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July 8th 2009
WOW. How great is Darwin! The city is surrounded by beautiful blue water and parks along the water's edge for miles and miles. Because the view isnt blocked by houses or buildings, the whole place is stunning. The tree-lined streets are wide and there are open areas and parkland everywhere. What a lovely relaxed city it is. Sandy and Andrea flew up for a short break (it was so good to see th ... read more

Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Darwin

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more