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Australia Facts & Information
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| Location |
Southern hemisphere, between Pacific and Indian
Ocean. Sixth largest continent in world. |
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| Climate |
Temperate, mild winters and hotter summers.
Rainfall is heavy up north, chillier down south. |
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| Terrain |
Varies. Rainforests in north. Desert in central
and western Australia. Mountainous down south. |
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| Population |
19.5 million |
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| Nationality |
Australian |
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| Ethnic groups |
92% Caucasian, 7% Asian, 1% Aboriginal |
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| Religions |
75% Christian, 1% Muslim, 1% Buddhist, 0.5%
Jewish |
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| Languages |
English |
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| Government Type |
Independent member of the Commonwealth of
Nations |
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| Capital |
Canberra |
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| Description of Flag |
Australia’s flag also has UK flag on it, as well as
seven-pointed star to represent the original colonies. The points
depict the original six states and its territories. |
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More Information
 www.travel.state.gov
www.cia.gov
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Australian Culture
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The most famous part of the
Australian culture is its aboriginal history. Aborigine artwork
has been preserved for centuries, and even contemporary artists
explore this past.
Rock music has also played a large part in the culture, as
many famous bands emerged out of the land down under, such
as The Bee Gees, INXS, AC/DC, Midnight Oil, and the Little
River Band.
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You will find live music throughout the country in the outdoor
markets and local pubs. Opera is also popular music in Australian
culture. Nellie Melba, a Melbourne native, was once the largest
opera star in the world. Australians loved her so much they named
Melba toast and Peach Melba after her.
 Although
the film industry is small in Australia, many well-known thespians
throughout the world claim Australian heritage: Nicole Kidman, Russell
Crowe, Mel Gibson, and Naomi Watts— to name a few.
The people also embrace rugby and soccer as national pastimes.
More Information:
www.state.gov
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Australia Shopping
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Australia has many outdoor
markets held all over the country, as well as shopping centers
with unique products and fashion.
Sydney:
Sydney offers a Saturday market on Oxford Street called the
“Paddington Village Bazaar” that sells hats, fashion,
jewelry, ceramics, anything you need. Oxford
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Street also offers a mix of galleries and boutiques. If you prefer
indoors, the Queen Victoria building is a famous multi-level center
with 200 shops and cafes which include famous brand designers and
unique Australian jewels and aboriginal artifacts. In central Sydney,
explore the Pitt Street Mall housing five multi-level malls, the serious
shopper’s fantasy.
Melbourne:
Melbourne is also known as the fashion capital of Australia. For
big name designers and imports, visit the Crown Entertainment Complex.
There you will also find Australian designers such as Jane Lamerton,
Saba, and Alannah Hill.
Brisbane:
Walk the Queen Street Mall--a street blocked off to cars, shoppers
simply walk from store to store and stop to eat and people watch
at the outdoor cafes right in the middle of the street. Located
in the heart of the city, you can marvel at the historical buildings
as you eat your ice cream cone from Hungry Jacks.
Adelaide:
Rundle Mall provides a variety of boutiques and specialty stores.
Many cultures are represented here, each selling unique gifts to
bring back to your homeland. The area is colorful and luscious with
a variety of parks near the Mall.
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Australia Restaurants
We’ve provided listings for some of the top
restaurants in Australia including Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Perth, and more. You’ll find lavish gourmet restaurants,
affordable restaurants serving up good food, and everything in between.
Sample traditional Australia cuisine or other specialty cuisines
that are sure to make your taste buds happy.
Read reviews entered by other patrons and be sure to return to
our site to submit your own restaurant review.
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Australia Travel Guides
Frommer's Australia
Lonely Planet Australia
Let's Go Australia
Fodors Australia
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