Australia is located
in the Southern Hemisphere and is the only continent occupied entirely by
a single nation. Completely surrounded by oceans it can also boast to be
the world's largest island. Climate changes from tropical to snow covered
mountain peaks. Mount Kosciusko is the highest mountain in Australia and
can be found in the Snowy Mountains in south-eastern New South Wales.
Many fabulous tourist
destinations can be found across Australia. Ayers Rock, also known by its
Aboriginal name Uluru, is a natural formation in the Northern
Territory. The Great Barrier Reef off the north-east coast of Australia is
another extraordinary destination. It extends about 2,000 kilometres and
is a delight to visit.
Many natural regions
such as the Great Western Plateau, Central-Eastern Lowlands, Eastern
Highlands (Great Dividing Range), and the Australian Alps are worthwhile
visiting. Major ranges such as the Australian Alps, Flinders Ranges, Great
Western Tiers, and the famous Blue Mountains are Australia's pride and
joy.
Animal life is rich
and improving with environmental awareness taught in many schools.
Mammals, pouched marsupials, monotremes, birds, reptiles, amphibians,
fish, insects, and spiders are all part of this vast continent. Animals
such as the kangaroo, wallaby, wombat, koala, echidna, platypus, dingo,
possum, quoll, crocodile and turtle can be seen in different parts of Australia
in the wild.
Rich in unique flora
and fauna Australia is definitely a great place to visit. Valuable
history, culture and a sense of belonging are all positive attributes in
this great land down under.
