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Darwin, capital of the Northern Territory and the Top End, is a vibrant tropical city, sitting on a harbor twice the size of Sydney's, overlooking the jewel-like Arafura Sea. It is by far the most populated city in the sparsely populated Northern Territory but the least populous of all Australia's capital cities. A tropical city, bathed in the heady scent of frangipani, it offers a feast of waterfront delights: superb dining, cruising, or diving among the wrecks in the once war-ravaged harbor.
Darwin is closer to Asia than it is to Sydney so it has the vigor one would expect of a city that is home to 50 ethnic groups and a diverse dining scene. Not only will you taste great seafood, and crocodile, buffalo, camel or emu, you can take your pick of cuisine with Asian and European influences.
It also has a dramatic history: During World War II it survived 64 Japanese bombing raids and witnessed the sinking of six vessels. Then in 1974 tropical Cyclone Tracey devastated the city. Now, rebuilt as a modern tropical capital, Darwin sports low-rise buildings on wide, tree-lined streets, with parks and contemporary waterfront developments, all embracing a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle. It also acts as a gateway to other attractions, including Kakadu National Park, a scene of spectacular terrain and a wealth of Aboriginal culture. |
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