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Darwin
is a vibrant, tropical capital city perched on a deepwater port,
offering a blend of cosmopolitan and city pleasures. It also acts as a
gateway to key Top End natural and cultural attractions.
Darwin has an essentially
dry climate with only occasional downpours. The summers are extremely
hot but the winters are mild and pleasa nt.
Since the winters are pleasant, we see a lot of tourist buzz during
those months.
The Crocodylus Park
houses full grown crocodiles and Botanical gardens showcase fantabulous
orchids. The Darwin Crocodile Farm houses over 80,000 sea and fresh
water crocodiles. At Indo-Pacific Marine Exhibition, you can see marine
life including the sea horses and living coral. The majestic Darwin
harbour with a backdrop of the rustic allure of luxuriant 19th buildings
is a treat to the senses.
The enticing tour to
Darwin takes you along to the Myilly Point Historic Precinct - a unique
precinct featuring four 1930s houses. The Admiralty house a curious
structure built entirely on stilts, WorldWar-II oil storage tunnels and
the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre. Another striking gift of Darwin
is the Cycling Tour of Darwin. For a real insight to the landmarks,
monuments and the colorful lifestyle of Darwin you must go on a cycle
ride around Darwin.
A waterfront city
Darwin
is set upon one of Australia 's
prettiest harbours, opening out onto the brilliant, jewel-like waters of
the Arafura Sea. This vibrant, tropical city has a free-spirited,
open-air lifestyle blessed with a range of waterfront delights.
Beaches, bays and
waterholes are there aplenty to explore and enjoy. The beaches are
popular places to cool off on a hot day - not surprising as Darwin has
an average daily temperature in the low 30s (Celsius).
In the dry season, May to
October, visit Casuarina, Fannie Bay, Mindil and Vestys Beaches, all
close to the city. However from late October to early May, venomous box
jellyfish make beaches and open waterways places to avoid. Luckily
Darwin has plenty of popular freshwater swimming spots nearby, to take
advantage of these times, such as Howard Springs, Berry Springs and
Manton Dam.
T he
harbour itself offers a host of activities; there is nothing like a
sunset cruise, and keen divers will want to explore the many sunken
wrecks - there thanks to Darwin's involvement in World War II!
The wharf precincts are
perfect for those who like to dine out with a water view. The Darwin
Wharf precinct and Cullen Bay are becoming a hot spots for those who
want fine dining in a relaxed environment.
A cultural melting pot
Darwin is closer to Asia than Sydney, so it has the vigour and diversity
you would expect of a city that is home to 50 ethnic groups. Along with
Aboriginal culture, these influences help mould a unique restaurant,
market and cultural scene.
Savour the delicacies
Of course you'll taste great seafood here at Australia's Top End, but
you can also savour dishes melded from Asian and European influences, or
try crocodile, buffalo, camel The heat means a cold beer is never far
off, or a good wine at a fine restaurant.
Explore a national park
Darwin is surrounded by more than 20 national parks and reserves – some
famous, like Kakadu National Park, and some hidden treasures, just as
rich in dramatic beauty, wildlife and Aboriginal culture
Spot the wildlife
In Australia’s tropical Top End, the delicate pink beauty of the
waterlily and the prehistoric brute strength of the crocodile merge in
stunning Kakadu National Park. Rivers with roaring waterfalls and a
landscape of towering sandstone escarpments cradle some of Kakadu’s
treasures waiting to be explored. The park shelters more than 60 species
of mammals and 280 bird species. Kakadu is 250 kilometres from Darwin
along the sealed Arnhem Highway, and many tours operate from the city.
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