Great Barrier Reef in Australia

Location: Located in the Cairns city of Queensland, this Australian site is a major attraction for tourists. The Reef extends from the east coast of Australia to the coastal waters of Papua, New Guinea.

Accessibility

The Reef can be reached through airways or by waterways. There are regular flights from Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, and Melbourne to Hamilton Islands and Lizard Islands.

As the Great Barrier Reef is one of the most frequented sites, efforts have been taken to make the place more easily accessible by tourists. There are near about 500 commercial vessels that take the tourists to the reef islands. Though tourist flock in all throughout the year, June to October happens to be the peak season.

Features

The Great Barrier Reef of Australia, outstands itself, being the largest structure on earth being built by coral. Declared as a world heritage site in 1961, the mesmerizing coral island, with an area of about 300,000 square kilometers is blessed to be one of the wonders of the world. The Great Barrier Reef features an unparallel variety of flora and fauna that includes great turtles, birds and mollusc.

The main attractions of the place include:

• Whitehaven Beach : The uninhabited island houses a lovely beach.
• Fraser Islands : The Wangoolba Creek, Lake McKenzie and Lake Birrabeen are a few spectacular sights. The Waddy Point located on the northern part of the island is also a beautiful place to visit.
• Green Island : The hot spring located here is a prime attraction.
• Lizard Island : In addition to the scenic beauty of the spot, the spas of the place are a major interest for the tourist.
• Turtle point Golf Course at Laguna Quays Resort : Located in the white Sunday Island the resort is a dream place for golfers.
• Lady Musgrave Island: If you love water adventure games then it is the best place to fulfill your wish.

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