by Gail Kavanagh

Created on: November 01, 2008

Diversity is part and parcel of the Australian culture whether you long for lazy beaches or great surfing, dream of sunny vineyards or bustling shopping centers, Australia can give you any experience you desire.

Here are some excitingplaces to see and things to do in Australia:

Uluru: The monolith formerly known as Ayers Rock still stands in the red center of the continent, but it's under new management. Now owned by the descendants of Australian Aboriginals for whom it is a sacred site, tourism is carefully managed so as to leave the least impact.

The area in which Uluru stands is called the Red Center. This unique landscape is about 800 million years old, and has been home to the Aborigines for at least 30,000 years. Their ancient rock paintings can still be seen here.

In spite of its age, Uluru is one of the most modern and comfortable resorts in the world. You arrive at Ayers Rock Airport, and right away you are made to feel at home with a personal tour guide. During your stay at the Rock you can enjoy the ultimate in camping luxury, in a five star tented resort that offers en suite bathrooms, air conditioning and a swimming pool. The Rock changes color with the changing patterns of the day, and you will have a spectacular view from your tent. You can also visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) another stunning rock formation just 50 kilometers away.

2: The Great Barrier Reef: The World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef stretches for 2300 kilometers from Papua New Guinea to the north coast of Queensland. The pristine waters offer dazzling views of the reef, and its breathtaking marine life, from the surface, but actually diving down and seeing the reef close up is an unforgettable experience.

There are 1500 species of tropical fish and 400 hundred species of coral to see, with many diving opportunities available. The best area to plan your scuba trip is between Port Douglas and Townsville on the far north coast of Queensland. There are many scuba operators in this region, but you can also go further north to the beautiful Whitsunday Islands, where you will find luxurious island resorts as well as scuba tours.

3: Sydney: This fabulous city has so much to offer, no wonder it is the first port of call for many visitors. Set in a sheltered bay of unequalled beauty, Sydney has parks, gardens, art galleries, museums, shopping, and of course, unique attractions such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.

Even public transport in Sydney offers a unique experience, for

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