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Region in the Northern Territory, Australia
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The Top End is the northern, tropical part of Northern Territory, home to the northernmost city in Australia and lots of salties.
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Darwin Wharf, Darwin. At 9.58am on February 19, 1942, the wharf was a target for Japanese bombs, which claimed the lives of many service personnel and waterside workers.
Located in Nitmiluk National Park about 30 minutes northeast of Katherine. There are many ways to experience the spectacular Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) and its world-renowned gorge system - you can walk, swim, canoe, boat or fly. Free entry
Situated just 45 minutes from Darwin. The Park has shaded picnic and barbecue areas and is filled with local birds and wildlife. Bring your goggles to explore the underwater world in the clear pools.
Only from the Darwin airport, the park is home to more than a thousand crocodiles. It also houses exotic birds, primates, big cats and lizards. Children under 4 years have free entry.
The Catholic mission established on the Tiwi Islands in 1911 greatly influenced the culture. Many Tiwi Islanders are prolific artists who produce distinctive art, pottery, sculptures and wooden carvings. The Tiwi Islands is a 20-minute flight or two hour ferry ride from Darwin. You must be part of an organised tour to visit Tiwi Islands.
The Darwin festival happens in August and includes free outdoor events, theatre, dance, music, cabaret, films, workshops and comedy, not to mention the sensational cuisine.
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the Northern Territory tropical capital city
a small regional town about 3 hours south of Darwin, gateway to the majestic Katherine Gorge and the Mataranka Hot Springs
Adelaide River is a township in the Top End of the Northern Territory that played an important role in the defence of Australia in World War II. At one point 30,000 Australian and the United States army soldiers were based around the town.
Pine Creek is a city in Australia. It is located 90km north of Katherine at the junction of the Stuart and Kakadu Highways.
The Tiwi Islands are a small archipelago in Australia's Northern Territory, 100 km north of Darwin.
experience the world's oldest living culture first hand in landscapes virtually untouched since the dawn of time
relax in the warm, crystal clear Mataranka Hot Springs, close to Katherine
this World Heritage area sets the scene for outback adventure travel, Aboriginal culture and nature activities
spend as long as you like exploring lush monsoon forests, unusual rock formations and waterfalls, just a 1.5 hour drive from Darwin
the Northern Territory's second largest national park, encompassing spectacular ranges, escarpments, gorges and eucalypt woodlands
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