Uluru, Ayers Rock Attractions
There are a number of attractions around Ayers Rock that many people are surprised to find once they get here. Thousands of people are drawn to Uluru every year for just the simple pleasure and experience of seeing the huge monolith for themselves but are surprised to find so many other fascinating and beautiful things to see and do when you arrive. Located around 400km from Alice Springs, in the centre of Australia you would imagine desert plains and dry days but there are beautiful sunny days, stunning landscapes, National Parks and manmade attractions to take in.
From the Culture Centre where you can take a pick from an AAT Kings Tour or The Rock Tour and learn about the World Heritage Listed Ayers Rock and the Aboriginal significance it holds with the traditional owners, Anangu people, to taking a guided walk around the base of the rock where you can see aboriginal rock art, learn about dreamtime stories and see the ever changing colours of the rock first hand. There are scenic flights over Ayers Rock so you can witness from up above and one attractions that is a must do are the camel rides so you can explore the countryside at a leisurely pace.
Learn about bush tucker food on a number of great tours and see how the Anangu people lived or take a walk through the National Parks, up Mount Cave Hill for a 360 degree view of the region and see the imposing Musgrave Ranges that lie only not that far away. See the region on the back of a motorcycle for something different or jump in the back of a 4WD for an experience not to forget. During the day there are many attractions in which you can look forward to seeing while visiting Ayers Rock, from the many attractions within the main resorts surrounding Ayers Rock such as beautiful swimming pools, wonderful Ayres Rock accommodation suited to all travellers, shopping, dining and great entertainment that people of all ages can enjoy as well as hiking trips, bush walking adventures and overnight safaris to witness the spectacle that is the night sky.
Many people say the second, most beautiful attraction that they enjoy, followed after Ayers Rock is the outback star strewn sky where you can sit and enjoy a wonderful meal with views of the rock and have uninterrupted views of the night sky. From dining in the outback to the sunset and sunrise where you can pull up a chair and watch the rock change colours with the rising and setting of the sun, there is just so much beauty to take in when you are visiting Ayers Rock.
There is also the famous rock climb, which is discouraged these days by the Aboriginal elders, but you can still climb the rock. It is a steep climb to the top but it will be worth it when you reach the last step as you are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding region.
Located in Northern Territory, Ayers Rock offers not only itself to visitors but a varying range of other attractions for you to see and do while you are here, so make sure you put this holiday destination on your list of spots to visit and come and discover the many attractions, activities and wonderful things to see and do that you can enjoy when you are here.
