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About Australia
Population: 26 million
Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Uluru, unique wildlife (kangaroos, koalas), and the vast Outback. A continent-country.
Climate: Now ~17°CVaried (5–45°C), 8 climate zones
When to visit Australia
Best Season
9-11月, 3-5月
Average monthly temperatures. This month is highlighted.
Australia Basic Info
| Capital | Canberra |
| Currency | Australian Dollar ($) AUD |
| Language | English |
| Timezone | UTC+10.00 |
| Voltage | 230V Plug: I |
| Driving Side | Left-hand traffic |
| Visa | Visa required |
Travel Preparation Guide
Area Map
Area List(8)
Popular Cities Ranking
Where to go in Australia? Pick your destination from popular regions.
Heritage & Landmarks
Greater Blue Mountains Area
Sydney Opera House
Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
Shark Bay
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Tasmanian Wilderness
Great Barrier Reef
Adelaide Wine Regions (Barossa Valley)
Ningaloo Reef
Daintree Rainforest
Kakadu National Park
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles
Blue Mountains
Events & Festivals in Australia
IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast
Brisbane Festival (Music Festival)
Shinju Matsuri (Festival of the Pearl)
Taste Bundaberg Festival
Birdsville Races
BIGSOUND Festival (Music Festival)
SWELL Sculpture Festival
Outback Festival
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Population: 26 million Climate: Varied (5–45°C), 8 climate zones Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Uluru, unique wildlife (kangaroos, koalas), and the vast Outback. A continent-country.
The average temperature in Australia in month 9 is about 17°C.
Most visitors need a visa to enter Australia. Apply in advance through the embassy or online visa portal.
The official currency of Australia is Australian Dollar. Credit cards are widely accepted in major cities, but carry cash for smaller establishments.
Australia is generally considered safe for tourists. Exercise normal precautions as you would in any destination.
The best time to visit Australia is 9-11月, 3-5月.
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