[Music] located between the pacific and indian oceans australia is the world's largest island and its smallest continent there's room to move in the land down under and with so many sites to discover and enjoy there's a great incentive to go on a walk about adventure whether exploring the traditional lifestyle of the nation's aboriginal people relaxing on a sun-kissed beach or reveling the night away in a city hot spot australia has something special to offer every visitor here's a look at the best places to visit in australia [Music] [Music] number 10 cairns for its tropical climate
easy going ambiance in close proximity to the great barrier reef cairns is one of australia's most popular vacation destinations located on the northwest corner of australia cairns is a provincial but stylish city with a population of around 150 000 people few coastal destinations feature more wildlife diversity and more opportunities for travel and adventures than pretty cairns [Music] number nine adelaide a laid-back city with a peaceful atmosphere adelaide's quiet streets are lined with bars which make it a surprisingly fun place to go out in nicknamed the city of churches the lofty spires dotted around here and
there add to the picturesque nature of adelaide and there are lots of nice parks and green spaces for visitors to enjoy surrounded by verdant land which is perfect for cultivating vineyards make sure to try some of the refreshing wines before you head off on your travels [Music] [Music] [Music] number eight tasmania the island state of tasmania may be isolated from the rest of the country but it still remains one of the best places to visit in australia almost half of its area is protected as the government looks to preserve the natural riches with desolate wilderness
and alpine plateaus interspersed with stunning white beaches waterfalls and forests exploring its terrain is simply mesmerizing taking a boat trip along its craggy coast is equally rewarding and you can even see dolphins penguins and seals along the way [Music] number seven perth located on australia's southwestern coastline perth is the country's fourth largest city and is capital of western australia isolated from other major cities in australia perth has developed its own unique character a youthful place perth is nearly always bathed in sunshine and its stunning beaches are perfect for kicking back and relaxing on away from
the beach there are lots of outdoor activities for you to enjoy with a huge variety of bars cafes and restaurants isolated perth is the perfect getaway to the rest of the west [Music] [Music] number six brisbane a popular tourist destination brisbane is a lively dynamic place that is bathed in beautiful sunshine year round located in the sunshine state many visitors stop by on their way to the fantastic resorts and beaches that lie to its north and south set alongside the brisbane river the city's fantastic climate means that outdoor activities are very popular here a fun
and friendly city brisbane's vibrant music scene has made it one of the music capitals of the world and there are lots of venues in town where you can enjoy a great show [Music] number five kakadu national park occupied by aboriginal people for over 40 000 years kakadu national park has over 5 000 ancient rock art sites which are fascinating to visit it is a place of immense cultural and natural significance the park is huge and contains some stunning natural sights which make it well worth a visit with diverse ecosystems contained within the park's boundaries you
can be hiking through deserted sandstone escarpments one minute and bathing in waterfalls and pools the next before later on learning about some of the ancient rock paintings [Music] [Music] number four melbourne second only to sydney melbourne is a cool cosmopolitan city that is considered by many to be australia's capital of culture with lots of great art galleries some fantastic museums and a lively music scene there is always something to see or do in the country's second largest city due to its high quality of life citizens from around the world have flocked to the streets its
multicultural population is reflected in the delicious cuisine on offer and the unique neighborhoods that make it such a fascinating place to explore [Music] number three great barrier reef the largest coral reef system on the face of the earth the great barrier reef is simply colossal stretching for over 1400 miles it is remarkably visible from space with 900 islands dotting this enormous ecosystem snorkeling and scuba diving are the best ways to experience the joys of the rich underwater world while boat trips kayaking and even helicopter rides offer another view of the reef's gargantuan proportions gently sailing
through the perfect turquoise waters dolphins sea turtles and the reef itself visible below the waves is an unforgettable experience [Music] 2. uluru katajuta national park world famous spectacular uluru is instantly recognizable due to its ruddy red hue the immense rock is one of australia's most prominent landmarks and the main reason the national park is such a popular destination the equally mesmerizing rock formations of katajuta are fantastic to wander around and there are lots of activities to enjoy owned by the anangu aboriginal people the site is of great spiritual significance to them you can learn more
about their way of life at the cultural center [Music] number one sydney almost picture sydney is a fantastic city with a lot going for it a modern city with a long history sydney is defined by its scenic harbor the region's first inhabitants lived along the harbors bank for thousands of years today fairies take visitors for cruises under the famed sydney harbour bridge and pass the iconic sydney opera house beautiful bondi beach is a must see also when visiting sydney as well surrounding the city there are a number of brilliant national parks for visitors and locals
alike to enjoy as well as some interesting and educational historical sites [Music] you
