The document provides an overview of Australia, including its major cities, wildlife, landmarks, and regions. It notes that Australia has 23 million inhabitants and consists of 6 states and 2 territories. Key cities discussed include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Important natural features covered are the Outback desert, Uluru, the Great Barrier Reef, and Kakadu National Park. Methods of travel and accommodation options for exploring Australia are also mentioned.

1. AustraliaExploring
„DownUnder“

2. • Canberra is the capital (360 000 people)
• 23 million inhabitants
• Sixth largest country in the world (8 mio. km²)
• Head of the state is Queen Elisabeth II. (Commonwealth)
• World famous for its unique wildlife, outstanding landmarks and
beautiful cities
• Consists of the 6 states Western Australia, South Australia,
Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, the island state Tasmania
and ot the 2 territories Northern Territory and Australian Capital
Territory
Australia

3. Animals

18. • Campervan is best for exploring the country
• Camping is free at many beautiful places
• Greyhound bus is cheap and goes everywhere
• Hostels are very common in each town
Travelling in Australia

21. • Biggest city in Australia (4.9 millions)
• State Capital of New South Wales
• One of the world‘s largest natural harbours
• World famous for its Opera House
• Beautiful beaches surround the city
Sydney

22. Melbourne
• Second largest city (3 millions)
• State Capital of Victoria
• Cultural Capital of Australia
• Host City of the annual Australian Open

23. • „Outback“ means to be far away from civilization
• Is made up of deserts and tropical rainforests
• Challenging living conditions for humans and animals in the desert
areas
• Many sacred Aboriginal sites
The Outback

24. • Dry desert country
• Ayers Rock (Uluru) most spiritual place for the Aborigines
• Uluru is a large (800m above sealevel - 350m above the country)
sandstone rock
• Olgas (Kata Tjuta) are a group of 36 sandstone rocks
• Highest is Mount Olga (1069m above sealevel – 500m above the
country)
• Beautiful sunsets and great hiking opportunities
The Red Centre

25. • In the Northern Territory
• One of the most beautiful nationalparks in Australia
• Famous for the beautiful landscape and the animals
• Perfect for watching wildlife (crocodiles)
• Rock art
Kakadu Nationalpark

26. • Tropical Rainforests (Top End)
• Barriere Reef (Biggest coral reef in the world)
• Famous coastline (Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast)
• Fraser Island - biggest island made of sand (125km long, 15km wide)
• Famous 75-Mile-Beach on Fraser Island
• Beautiful city Brisbane
East Coast

27. Brisbane
• Capital of Queensland
• Third largest city (Population of 1.7 million)
• Beautiful bay area
• Famous for nightlife and the cafe scene
• Great climate the whole year round
• Surrounded by beautiful beaches and rainforest
• In the middle of the famous coastline (Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast)

28. • Sunny city Perth (2 million inhabitants)
• Quokkas on Rottnest Island
• Pinnacles Desert
• Many nationalparks and world heritage sites
• Dolphins at Monkey Mia
• Camel ride in Broome
• Outback experiences, beautiful coastline, wildflowers and pink lakes
Western Australia