Australia is the world's sixth largest country and has a generally dry climate. It has low plateaus and deserts in the west and fertile plains in the southeast. Australia is made up of six states and two territories, with Canberra as its capital city. The red kangaroo is Australia's national animal and is plentiful across the country. Major cultural events in Australia include the Sydney Festival, Melbourne International Arts Festival, and National Multicultural Festival in Canberra. The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge are iconic landmarks in Sydney and top tourist destinations in Australia.