When it comes to landmarks, Australia has plenty to offer. From the beautiful Sydney Opera House to Uluru (Ayers Rock), the Great Barrier Reef, and even the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island; there are so many iconic places that you can visit in this beautiful country. If you’re planning a trip Down Under or just want to explore some new destinations, then here are 5 must-see landmarks that will not disappoint:
Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks, and it’s easy to see why.
The building was designed by Danish architect Jorn Utzon and opened in 1973. It has become an international symbol for Australia, featured on postcards and travel brochures around the world.
It hosts many performances each year by both Australian artists as well as international performers who travel here for their shows. If you’re planning on attending one of these events, be sure to book your tickets in advance!
Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, and it stretches for over 2,300 km along Australia’s northeast coast. The reef comprises of over 3,000 individual reefs and 900 islands that together form a natural habitat for thousands of species of plants and animals. The area is home to an estimated 1,500 species of fish and 600 types of coral–that’s more than any other marine park in the world!
The Great Barrier Reef has been on UNESCO’s World Heritage list since 1981 because it has exceptional value as an ecosystem–it provides food security for coastal communities as well as shelter from storms; its beauty attracts tourists who contribute $5 billion annually; it helps maintain biodiversity by acting as habitat for other threatened species such as dugongs (sea cows) or turtles; and perhaps most importantly: because humans depend directly upon healthy oceans for survival!
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Uluru is a large sandstone rock formation in the Northern Territory, Australia. It is also known as Ayers Rock, after William Ayers who first surveyed the area. The indigenous name for Uluru is “Ayers’ Rock” or “Uluru/Ayers’ Rock”.
The site has significant cultural meaning for Aboriginal people and it’s a sacred site that’s been visited by thousands of tourists every year since 1958 when it was made accessible via train from Alice Springs (the nearest city). There are many tours available which include flights over Uluru as well as hikes around its base; some even include overnight stays at nearby campsites!
Uluru itself measures about 1km long by 500m wide and stands 350 meters above ground level; however its total height including underground sections can be up to 518 meters high depending on how much rainfall there has been during previous years.”
The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles are a collection of limestone stacks off the coast of Victoria, Australia. They are part of Port Campbell National Park and a popular tourist attraction in Australia. The Twelve Apostles were formed by erosion from waves and wind that exposed the sea caves where the limestone was deposited.
The site has become a popular diving location for scuba divers due to its proximity to shore (only about 1 km/0.6 miles) and easy access points out onto rocks where you can get close enough for photos without getting into trouble with dangerous currents or strong waves
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
If you’re looking for a place to spot some cute penguins, Phillip Island is the place to go. The island is home to one of the largest colonies of little blue penguins in Australia. These adorable creatures are easy to spot as they walk along the shoreline in their unique way: They waddle with their heads down!
There are more than 20,000 little blue penguins that live on Phillip Island and can be seen during their nightly march from their nests at dusk until dawn (or whenever they decide it’s time). There are also other species such as Australian fur seals and New Zealand fur seals living on this beautiful island off Australia’s coast.
Australia is known for its beautiful landmarks, so check out these 5 must-see places.
- The Sydney Opera House
This iconic building has become an enduring symbol of Australia and is one of the most famous buildings in the world. It was designed by Jorn Utzon and opened in 1973 after a decade of construction. It has over 2,700 windows that reflect light onto its walls during the day and glow like fireflies at night from within. The interior of this landmark features 4 main performance halls: Concert Hall (with 1,000 seats), Drama Theatre (with 1,100 seats), Playhouse (with 500 seats) and Studio Theatre (with 200 seats).
- Great Barrier Reef
Located off Australia’s northeast coast between Queensland state and New Guinea island are some 2,900 coral reefs that make up one of Earth’s largest living structures–the Great Barrier Reef! This beautiful site features over 400 types of fish as well as sea turtles and whales passing through every year during their migration patterns; it also provides food for many people who live nearby.* Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Kata Tjuta means “many heads” which refers to two large formations near Uluru; both sites feature rock formations created by erosion over millions years ago.* Kakadu National Park – Located in Northern Territory near Arnhem Land Aboriginal Reserve where people have lived since time immemorial; home also includes wetlands filled with crocodiles!
Conclusion
Australia is a beautiful country with many amazing landmarks that you can visit. If you’re planning a trip Down Under, be sure to check out these 5 must-see places!
