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Alice Springs is situated right at the centre of Australia and forms the capital of Australian Outback. Alice Springs has been the abode of Arrernte Aboriginal tribe for about 20,000 years and hence the place exudes a primitive charm. Alice Springs, fondly known as ‘Alice' or ‘the Alice' is a popular tourist destination with its breath-taking vista of mountain ranges, the picturesque palm and gum trees, colorful landscapes, striking wildlife, verdant golf course and many waterholes. Alice Springs featured in Joe Harman's novel- ‘ A Town Like Alice' in 1950; later in 1956 the novel was adapted into a film, starring Peter Finch and Virginia McKenna. Alice Springs is known for its pleasant climate, culture, characters, color and its proximity to all the beaches in Australia. Tourist Attractions - Adelaide House, the first hospital in Alice Springs with a remarkable air conditioning system.
- Alice Springs Golf Club set amid desert with the backdrop of the enormous
- MacDonnell Ranges.
- Anzac Hill, a memorial for Australian and New Zealand deceased soldiers.
- Old Hartley Street School, the first government school in Alice Springs, opened in late 1930.
- Olive Pink Botanic Garden, home to endemic plants of Central Australia.
- Old Stuart Town Gaol , the oldest surviving building in the town.
- Alice Springs Memorial Cemetery
- Flynn Memorial Church
- Central Australian Aviation Museum
- Alice Springs Reptile Centre
- Mbantua Gallery & Cultural Museum
- Desert Wildlife Park
Other Attractions- Hot Air Balloon Rides and Royal Flying Doctor Service are other attractions for the tourists. The Finke Desert Race and the Todd River Race that are organized annually is also of much interest for tourists. Shopping- Alice Springs has a lot of things to offer its shoppers. It extends retail opportunities and you can shop for everything from antique furniture and designer objects to and French pastries and wine. And don't forget the unusual artifacts of the traditional Aboriginal artwork. You can shop at the Bi Lo Supermarket, Coles Supermarket and Woolworths and the Red Sand Art Gallery. Food- There are a large number of restaurants and bars and pubs offering a wide array of cuisines and drinks. Accommodation- A wide range of accommodations is available in the form of Tourist Resorts, Backpacker Lodges, Caravan Parks, Hotels and Motels in Alice Springs.
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