Central Australia
Also known as the Red Centre because of the colour of the landscape, the principal town in this area is
Alice Springs. Commonly known as the Alice, it is a good base from which to explore the surrounding natural attractions, including the monolith
Uluru (Ayers Rock), which is one of the most culturally significant icons of Aboriginal and Australian culture. Other sights include Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), 36 dome-shaped peaks near Uluru; Kings Canyon in
Watarrka National Park; the East and West MacDonnell Ranges and the Simpson Desert.
