Kata Tjuta
The ancient desert landscape of Australia’s Red Centre is home to natural wonder and cultural landmark, Kata Tjuta/The Olgas.
Estimated to be over 500 million years old, the 32 weathered rock domes that are Kata Tjuta sit 40 kilometres to the west of Uluru/Ayers Rock.
Kata Tjuta/The Olgas represents nature on a monumental scale, with the cluster’s tallest peak being 200m higher than Uluru! Much like its geological cousin, Kata Tjuta is most spectacular when viewed at sunrise or sunset.
If you’re after some serious adventure, you can grasp how incredibly ancient and remarkably imposing Kata Tjuta is by tackling the moderately difficult Valley of the Winds Walk. Trekkers are rewarded for their efforts with breathtaking views over the desert plains of the Red Centre.
Alternatively, take the easier Walpa Gorge Walk for a more a leisurely stroll amongst Kata Tjuta’s enormous domes into a lush desert refuge for plants and wildlife.
Meaning ‘many heads’ in the local Aboriginal tongue, Kata Tjuta is deeply sacred to the Anangu people, who have inhabited the area for more than 22,000 years. Join a cultural tour to uncover some of Kata Tjuta’s sacred mysteries.
Estimated to be over 500 million years old, the 32 weathered rock domes that are Kata Tjuta sit 40 kilometres to the west of Uluru/Ayers Rock.
Kata Tjuta/The Olgas represents nature on a monumental scale, with the cluster’s tallest peak being 200m higher than Uluru! Much like its geological cousin, Kata Tjuta is most spectacular when viewed at sunrise or sunset.
If you’re after some serious adventure, you can grasp how incredibly ancient and remarkably imposing Kata Tjuta is by tackling the moderately difficult Valley of the Winds Walk. Trekkers are rewarded for their efforts with breathtaking views over the desert plains of the Red Centre.
Alternatively, take the easier Walpa Gorge Walk for a more a leisurely stroll amongst Kata Tjuta’s enormous domes into a lush desert refuge for plants and wildlife.
Meaning ‘many heads’ in the local Aboriginal tongue, Kata Tjuta is deeply sacred to the Anangu people, who have inhabited the area for more than 22,000 years. Join a cultural tour to uncover some of Kata Tjuta’s sacred mysteries.
Images with thanks to Google Images
