Beautiful Reasons to Visit Australia

1. The continent Down Under nestles within itself a plethora of wonders both natural and man made. Tourists from across the globe throng to this island nation every year to enjoy all that it has to offer. Check out some images that will inspire you to head to Australia on your next vacation. .....

BONDI BEACH

2. Located near Sydney, the beach is a major draw for locals and tourists alike as the waves here are suitable for surfing. The beach has become famous in popular culture with several films and TV series shot here. .....

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

3. This multi venue performing arts center is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A trip to Sydney is incomplete without visiting this iconic building. (Pictured) The Opera House illuminated during the 2011 Vivid Sydney festival. .....

MARKS PARK

4. Built along the coast, this park in Sydney is home to gardens, beachside walks and regular exhibitions. (Pictured) Visitors admire the Save Our Souls installation during the 2014 Sculptures by the Sea exhibition at the park. .....

ROD LAVER ARENA

5. This multipurpose arena in Melbourne has been the venue for the Australian Open tennis tournament since 1988. (Pictured) The 2010 Australian Open mens singles final match between Roger Federerand Andy Murray. .....

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE

6. Another iconic landmark in Sydney, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is the tallest steel arch bridge in the world. Visitors can hike to the bridges summit with a tour company to enjoy a panoramic view of the Opera House and the city skyline. .....

GREAT BARRIER REEF

7. Located off the Queensland coast, it isthe largest coral reef system in the world. One of the seven natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visitors can snorkel and scuba dive here. (Pictured) A school of yellowfin goatfish feed on algae at the reef. .....

LAKE EYRE

8. Officially known as Kati Thanda, Lake Eyre is located in central Australia and is the lowest natural point in the country. During the rainy season, the lake is filled by rivers flowing into the basin and becomes the largest seasonal lake in Australia. (Pictured) A flooded Lake Eyre after heavy rains. .....

MOUNT FIELD NATIONAL PARK

9. Endowed with natural beauty, this is the oldest natural reserve on the Tasmanian island.In addition toa diverse varietyof trees and fungi, one can spot Tasmanian devils, echidnas and platypuses here. (Pictured) A view of eucalyptus trees in the park. .....

SYDNEY CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

10. The main commercial center of Sydney is home to hundreds of offices and business establishments. The district is also famous for vibrant nightlife. (Pictured) An aerial view of the central business district and Opera House. .....

HAMERSLEY RANGE

11. Large deposits of iron ore and other minerals give the Hamersley Range in Western Australia its characteristic vivid banded colors. The Karijini National Park is situated in these mountains. .....

WHITEHAVEN BEACH

12. This seven kilometer long, pristine, white sand beach on Whitsunday Island was named the top eco friendly beach in the world in 2010 by CNN. Since the fine sand here does not retain heat, it is comfortable to walk barefoot, even during the day.. .....

STORY BRIDGE

13. This bridge is the longest cantilever bridge in Australia. Spanning over the Brisbane River, one can climb on the bridge to take in a breathtaking view of the city and its skyscrapers. .....

LUNA PARK

14. This amusement park thatis more than a century oldin Sydney has something for all ages. The roller coaster is especially famous among visitors. (Pictured) The parks iconic fa?ade is transformed with lightingto mark the release of Terminator Genisys (2015). .....

THREE SISTERS

15. Formed by erosion of soft sandstone,the Three Sister area rock formation in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales. The cliffs are named Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo. .....

DARLING HARBOUR

16. Located adjacent to the Sydney city center, the harbor is a large recreational and pedestrian friendlyarea that is home to a number of major public facilities and attractions. .....

ULURU

17. Also known as Ayers Rock, this large sandstone rock formation in the Northern Territory is considered to be sacred by the areas aboriginal people and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rock is famous for changing colors according to the direction of the suns rays. .....

KAKADU NATIONAL PARK

18. This unique example of a complex of ecosystems in the Northern Territory that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Siteincludes tidal flats, floodplains and plateaus that are inhabitedby awide range of rare or endemic species of plants and animals. .....

TWELVE APOSTLES

19. This collection of limestone stacks off the shore of the Great Campbell National Park in Victoria was formed by erosion. Despite its name, only eight of the stacks are remaining, since four were lost to erosion and water currents. .....

GOLD COAST

20. The coastal city of Gold Coast is home to some of the best surfing beaches in the world. It hosts numerous surfing competitions throughout the year, attracting surfing enthusiasts from across the globe. Other than surfing, the city also boasts of a vivid nightlife, theme parks and upscale shopping districts. .....

DAMPIER

21. Dampieris a major industrial port in Western Australia that services petrochemical, salt, iron ore and natural gas export industries. (Pictured) An aerial view of roads intersecting at a Rio Tinto Group salt operation in Dampier. .....

LADY ELLIOT ISLAND

22. This southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef is renowned for its crystal clear waters, colorful coral reefs, snorkeling and scuba diving. .....

MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND

23. Melbourne Cricket Ground is the 12th largest stadium in the world and the largest in Australia, seating 100,024 people. One of the popular events held at this massive stadium is the Boxing Day Test match. .....

FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE

24. Located in Melbourne, this racecourse is a major horse racing site that most notably hosts one of the richest horse race in Australia called the Melbourne Cup. .....

BLUE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

25. This beautiful national park is home to several bird species, reptile and amphibian speciesandis a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a wide range of adventure activities including horseback riding, mountain biking, caving androck climbing. .....

LORD HOWE ISLAND

26. This UNESCO World Heritage site is located 410 miles (660 kilometers) off the north coast of New South Wales and allows only 10,000 tourists each year in an effort to protect the crystal clear waters and wildlife.Snorkeling, diving, kayaking, bird watching, fishing and surfing are all offered on the island. .....

SHARK BAY

27. Shark Bay features massive sea grass beds and is home to about 10,000 dugongs, also known as sea cows. The place is most renowned for stromatolites colonies of algae which form hard, dome shaped deposits and are among the oldest forms of life on earth. .....

EUCLA NATIONAL PARK

28. This stunning national park is located 769 miles (1,238 kilometers) east of Perth in Western Australia. Some of the renowned features of the park include Wilson Bluff, the Delisser sandhills and the Eucla Telegraph station. .....

GREAT AUSTRALIAN BIGHT

29. This is a large oceanic bight best known for surfing beaches, rock platforms and viewing platforms for whale watching. .....

YARRA RANGES NATIONAL PARK

30. Located in Victoria, this national park features majestic Mountain Ash trees and is home to several mammal and bird species. .....

MARIA ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

31. Set off the east coast of Tasmania, this national park attracts many tourists every year which is best known for historic ruins, wide bays, sandstone cliffs and remarkable wildlife. .....

WALLAMAN FALLS

32. Wallaman Falls, Australias highest permanent waterfall, is located in theWet Tropics of Queensland which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The waterfall plunges 1,115 feet (340 meters) and attracts approximately 100,000 people annually. .....

MOUNT TIBROGARGAN

33. Mount Tibrogargan at 1,194 feet (364 meters) is part of the Glasshouse Mountains National Park on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. The Glass House Mountains were named by Captain James Cook as he sailed up the coast on HM Bank Endeavour in 1770. .....

FRASER ISLAND

34. Set off Australias eastern Queensland coast, this beautiful island is the worlds largest sand island with a stretch of beach over 75 miles(120 kilometers) long that is used as a landing strip and a road. The island consists of rain forests, eucalyptus woodlands, mangrove forests, sand dunes and coastal heaths. .....

DAINTREE NATIONAL PARK

35. This national park located in Far North Queensland was founded in 1981 and became a World Heritage Site in 1988. Most of the parks area is covered by tropical rain forest and is home to over 400 bird species. .....

LAKE CAVE

36. This stunning cave located in Western Australia was discovered in 1867. It is one of more than ten caves in the Margaret River district, butitis the only one with pure white limestone formations that reflect in the still waters of an underground stream. .....