Australia

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People and Demographics Sixth-largest country in the world;

Wide variety of biogeographic regions;

Population concentrated along the eastern and southeastern coasts;

Snow capped mountains;

Large deserts, tropical and temperate forests.

LandmarksAustralia is a truly beautiful country with some amazing and unique landmarks. Here are some the top tourist attractions.

Sidney Opera House;

Ayers Rock;

Great Barreir Reef;

Shark Bay;

Sidney Harbour Bridge;

Port Arthur.

History of Australia Australia was first sited by European explorers in 1606;

Following the loss of the American Colonies, Great Britain needed to find an alternative land for a new British colony;

In 1787, the first fleet of 11 ships and about 1530 people ser sail for Australia;

The discovery of gold in 1851 led to increased economic and political independence from Britain, and a great debate about federation;

Australia flag The Union Jack relates Australia’s historical links with Great Britain;

The Southern Cross consists of five starts;

The Star of federation has six points.

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Economic Activities Agriculture;

Mining;

Industrial manufacturing.

Gastronomy in Australia Plenty meal;

Crocodile, buffalo, kangaroo and camel;

Fish and seafood;

Pavlova made with fruit and meringue;

Malbeec and Chardonnay.

Pavlova

Traditions/HolidaysTraditions: Folklore.

Holidays: January 26 – Australia Day;

April 25 – Anzac Day;

December 26 – Boxing Day.

Famous People in Australia

Andrew Thomas Edmund Barton

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