10 Crazy Facts About Australia That Will Make You Fall In Love With This Country

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Australia lets you experience hundreds of kilometres of beautiful beaches, picturesque outback, cities full of arts, culture and social thrills and the warmth of locals right here in Australia. For some quick crazy facts about Australia, check out this list below. 

  1. 80% of the Australians live on the coast: The large deserts of Central Australia implies that most of the population lives on the shores of this nation. The modern cities such as Perth, Sydney, and Melbourne are spectacular places to visit with buzzing centers and a multitude of beaches from the sands of Bondi to the surf of Trigg. Outside of the major hubs however, there are hundreds of smaller beach towns where you can appreciate Australia's beautiful coastline. 
  2. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest ecosystem in the world: The Great Barrier Reef is made of nearly 2,500 individual reefs. It stretches almost halfway down the eastern coast of the country. Cairns is the most famous city to begin the trip to the reef but Townsville and Port Douglas are great options too. Diving and snorkelling amongst the colorful fishes and turtles is sure to make you fall in love with this country.
  3. 80% of animals are unique to Australia: Australia houses a huge variety of animals and birds. There are so many chances to experience the wildlife of the country, from zoos and parks to spot the unique creatures in the wild. A selfie with the cute marsupials such as koalas, quokkas, and kangaroos are possible only in Australia. 
  4. The Great Ocean Road is the world’s largest memorial: The Great Ocean Road is world’s famous drives in Australia with stunning views along the route. Built by returning the soldiers after World War One, the road was dedicated as a memorial to those who died fighting. The Twelve Apostles are the famous sight on this winding route. It is one of the best road trips so savour every stop!
  5. Wine: Australia has some great wine regions such as Margaret River near Perth, the Barossa Valley and Hunter Valley near Sydney. There’s a lot of good wine to be tried while in Australia, especially shiraz and pinot noir. You can take day trips to any of the wine areas from the nearby major cities or simply take a trip to the wine store.
  6. The Australian Alps have more snow than Switzerland: This is one of the surprising facts about Australia as it is known for the sun and heat. The Australian Alps are part of the Great Dividing Range, the series of mountains, hills, and highlands that runs about 3,000 kilometers.
  7. Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world: The Fraser Island has absolutely the best an island can offer. The sandy shores are a highlight of any trip to Queensland. With over 150 dingoes on the island, it offers a great opportunity to spot one of Australia's famous wild dogs.
  8. 2.5 kms of Uluru is underground: The huge rock of Uluru resides in the red centre of Australia. It is one of the few places on the earth to be listed twice as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Amazingly around 2.5km of the rock is thought to be underground connected to the Olgas, where the rock emerges again 16 miles away. Experiencing Uluru at sunset is the best way to appreciate its stark beauty and the pitch black skies.
  9. Indian Pacific Train has the longest straight rail section in the world: The Indian Pacific between Sydney and Perth curls its way across the country through the stunning Blue Mountains in the outback towards the mountainous Flinder Ranges. This is a wonderful way to see the various landscapes of Australia while enjoying the services of the train. 
  10. Tasmania has the cleanest air in the world: The island of Tasmania is the ideal spot to experience the great outdoors. It is a walker’s paradise, with trails and walkways over the whole island, where the coastal paths reveal impressive views over Wineglass Bay and the Bay of Fires.

Remember: Australia has way more to offer and make you fall in love than just these 10 things. 

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