World Heritage Sites in Australia
Australia is the smallest continent and sixth largest country in the world. There are 17 World Heritage Sites in Australia. The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations inscribed these Australian World Heritage Sites, which includes Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Opera House. Given below are these World Heritage Sites:
World Heritage Sites in Australia
Great Barrier Reef
The 2000 km long, Great Barrier Reef consists of multiple reefs. It stretches from the northern Torres Strait to the Queensland coast to the southern part of the Tropic of Capricorn.
Willandra Lakes Region
The dry lake was earlier an active lake system during the ice age. Winds and soil erosions have made different formations, which attract a significant number of tourists.
Tasmanian Wilderness
Capturing one-fifth land of the Tasmanian Island, this is one of the biggest rainforests in the world. Tasmanian attractions include gorges, rivers, peaks, caves, flora, and some rare fauna.
Kakadu National Park
Located at the northern part of the continent, Kakadu is a home of Aboriginal people. Aboriginal people govern the half of the area while Australian National Government owns half.
Lord Howe Island Group
This natural forest is ideal for nature tour. Clear water and stunning white beaches are the focus of this site. Home to the southernmost coral reef, this
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Formerly known as Ayers Rock, this world heritage site is the home of the famous rock monolith, Uluru. Explore the changing colors of the rock while traveling across the Kata Tjatu.
Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
Gondwana Rainforests of Australia house various volcanic basins and a number of endangered rainforest creatures. This rainforest was formerly known as entral Eastern Rainforest Reserves.
Wet Tropics of Queensland
Visit Wet Tropics of Queensland for over 100 sightseeing sites including Bartle Frere, Wallaman Falls, and Bellenden Ker and various rainforest and aqua activities.
Shark Bay
Shark Bay is located in Western Australia. This is a haven for divers. This place is also popular for dolphins, dugongs, and stromatolites. Unlike its name, man-eating sharks do not crowd this place.
Fraser Island
Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world and fourth largest island in the continent. Since 1990s, this island has been considered as a world heritage site for its protected surrounding.
Mammal Fossil Sites
Mammal Fossil Sites can be spotted in two different areas: one at Naracoorte in South Australia and another at Riversleigh in Queensland. 15 to 25 million year-old fossils are the main attractions of Riversleigh area while some caves and coastal dune ridges are popular draw of Naracoorte.
Heard and McDonald Islands
This archipelago consists of McDonald Island and Australian Territory of Heard Island. This group of islands is located nearly 4000 km southwest of the main landmass of Australia.
Macquarie Island
This sub-antarctic island is located in Southern Ocean. This island houses a number of fauna including fur seals, rockhopper penguins, petrels, elephant, albatross, and skuas.
The Greater Blue Mountains Area
This area is divided into development corridor and transportation section. The Greater Blue Mountains Area consists of eight protected locations. This mountain area includes come national parks of New South Wales.
Purnululu National Park
Purnululu National Park or Bungle Bungles consists of black and orange round-shaped rock towers. This place can add value to your trip with its scientific as well as aesthetic significance.
Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
Located in the northern part of Sydney, this world heritage site consists of a building and a garden. This is the first heritage site, which was recognized by The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations.
Sydney Opera House
Located on the Sydney Harbor, Sydney Opera House is famous for its amazing architecture. These days, this heritage building is considered as an artistic monument.
Last updated on 10/11/2010
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