Mesmerising Kununurra Offers Something for Everyone

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Kununurra is a town in northwestern Australia. It is situated among the spectacular hills of the Kimberley Region. The area has a long and interesting history and is not far from the famous Kimberley diamond mines. Mining and Kununurra tourism are important to the local economy and over the past several years the number of holidaymakers choosing Kununurra as their getaway destination has increased. Whether travellers prefer a car hire which you can pick from carhirekununurra.net.au or choose to sightsee on foot, Kununurra has plenty of things to do and see.



Attractions

Travellers will be pleased to discover that there is a broad range of Kununurra attractions and activities from which to choose, with something to please everyone. From visiting ancient cities to swimming and picnicking, each day offers something interesting and enjoyable. Below are some of the top Kununurra attractions:

City of Ruins

The City Of Ruins, also called the Lost City, is a beautiful collection of sandstone formations that resemble an ancient town. Although the formations are all natural, they appear almost man-made in certain sections. Visitors can walk the entire length of the ruins, where numerous photo opportunities can be found. There are no set hours for this attraction, and therefore travellers can visit any time.



Lions Park Picnic Area and Diversion Dam

Those who enjoy picnicking should consider visiting Lake Kununurra
or the Diversion Dam, both of which are easy to reach from most major resorts and hotels in the region. The Lion's Park picnic area is a great place to enjoy an outdoor lunch, after which visitors can launch a boat or simply enjoy the scenery. However, due to the presence of salt water crocodiles, there is no swimming in the lake.

Kelly's Knob Lookout

Kelly's Knob Lookout is easily reached by car from almost all areas of Kununurra and is a great location from which to watch a glorious sunset at the end of the day. Guests can follow a sealed road to the top of the lookout where they can take a short walk in a semi circle to get a view of many of Kununurra's landmarks, as well as interesting rock formations including the “Great Elephant” and the “Sleeping Buddha.”

Historical Society Walk

The Kununurra Historical Society and the Kununurra Tourist Bureau teamed up several years ago in an effort to provide visitors with an historical overview of the town, as well as an opportunity for guests to observe various bird species in their natural habitat. Booklets and maps can be obtained from the Kununurra Tourist Bureau, which describe the trails and the different sightseeing and birdwatching routes available to visitors.



Hidden Valley National Park

Outdoor lovers wondering what to do in Kununurra should not miss a trip to the Hidden Valley National Park, located a mere two kilometres from the centre of town. Although the park is small, it has extraordinarily beautiful scenery and for this reason, it is definitely worth a visit.

Those looking for things to do in Kununurra may also wish to stop at the East Kimberley Tourism House, where friendly staff members can provide detailed information about various activities and attractions, as well as accommodation options. Anyone planning to visit this intriguing part of Australia can anticipate a memorable and exciting holiday.

Images Credit: Wikimedia Commons and Michael Theis

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