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Mount Gambier is located midway between Adelaide and Melbourne. The city is built on its slopes, in the center of the largest pine plantation in Australia. Caves and craters dominate the landscape of this extinct volcano which has been inactive for a few thousand years. Blue Lake, which changes from gray to an intense turquoise blue in November, and back to gray at the end of summer, is one of four crater lakes in the area. Piccaninnie Ponds which is 75 meters deep is a world famous for cave divers.
Other Popular Destinations in Australia
Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is a vibrant city where iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty converge. The Sydney Opera House, with its striking sail-like design, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are symbols recognized around the world, yet the city offers much more beyond its famous skyline.
Cairns
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.
