Uluru is the epitome of the true-blue Aussie outback. It is a huge rock located essentially right in the middle of Australia, surrounded by red sand, unbelievable landmarks, and a fascinating history and culture. There are honestly so many reasons why you should visit Uluru, so we have created a list of the top 5 reasons why you cannot miss out on a trip to Uluru when travelling Australia!
To learn about the beautiful culture and fascinating history of the first Australians
Before Australia was colonised in the late 1700’s, Uluru was inhabited by the Indigenous Australians, the Anangu people for over 30,000 years.
To check out the next best thing to Uluru, Kata Tjuta
Kata Tjuta, formerly known as the Olgas, is another natural land formation that is just as fascinating as Uluru. It is made up of 36 domes that cover around 20 square kilometres and reach up to 546 metres high. Like Uluru, this beautiful formation has an interesting history and cultural significance to it as well, which is definitely worth learning about. Within Kata Tjuta, there is an abundance of native flora, fauna, and unique Australia animals.
To witness the spectacular Field of Light show
The Field of Light art show is an absolute must see when you are in Uluru. It is an exhibition created by the internationally respected artist Bruce Munro and showcases more than 50,000 solar-powered lights that cover the land surrounding the sacred Uluru. It is a beautiful exhibition that is certainly worth seeing when you are visiting Uluru.
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