When the early colonists arrived and began building Adelaide they used stone. They wanted to build a solid, dignified city, a civilised and calm place, with a manner no other state capital in the country could match. Nowadays, much to the wowsers' chagrin, pubs and nightclubs outnumber the churches.
The Barossa Valley is a treat that should be savoured slowly, like the famous and fabulous wines that are produced in this region. Despite the area's compact size, the gentle hills and bountiful 25km-long valley produce huge amounts of luscious and fruity wines.
Kangaroo Island is a glorious showpiece of Australian fauna. A wildlife wonderland of birds, native animals and ocean-based creatures, its untamed coastline, turquoise seas, and native forests are unmissable.
People travel half way across the globe to visit Australia. Our country is always listed among the top 3 destinations in the world. We can be proud that it is such a popular place. But funnily enough, it could be a lot more popular with us Australians. That's why we - Tourism Australia - are getting behind initiatives like this. You'll see what you're missing out on and hopefully see a bit more of the lucky country. It's a big place and there's a lot do in it. Wherever you end up, we hope you enjoy the experience.
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