Uluru (Ayers Rock), in the center of Australia, is the world's biggest monolith at 3.6 kilometers long, two kilometers wide, 348 meters high and 9.4 kilometers round.
Uluru, which belongs to the Anangu Aboriginal people, changes color in different lights, particularly at sunrise and sunset. Uluru holds a significant place in the Anangu people's creation stories and laws, known as Tjukurpa. Many stories relate to how ancestral beings formed the rock.
Walks around Uluru's base with Aboriginal guides offer a spiritual interpretation and an understanding of its history. About 32 kilometers west of Uluru are the 36 steep-sided domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Although less famous than its neighbor Uluru, Kata Tjuta holds its own as an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Sightseeing and walking tours offer opportunities for great photography.
The spectacular sunsets rival those of Uluru. Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds is best enjoyed on foot. For the fit and experienced, a four- to five-hour walk meanders around several domes. Tatintjawiya (Olga Gorge) can be seen on a walk of about an hour.
It is impossible not to visit these wonders when arriving at this park. It is not only the view of these two spectacular wonders that amazes people but also the extensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture gained that gives visitors an unforgettable and distinguished experience.
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