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Car Hire Queensland Queensland Ð Australia
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world Its about the same size as the 48 mainland states of the USA and 50 per cent larger than Europe, but has the lowest population density in the world - only two people per square kilometre
Australia lies between the Pacific and Indian oceans. Its capital Canberra is in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) between New South Wales and Victoria. Australia is made up of six states and two territories. Each state and territory has its own parliament, flag and floral emblem. Australia became a federated nation after the union of the six colonies on 1 January 1901. Bound by one parliament, one constitution and one flag.
Queensland Australia is one of the worlds great vacation destinations. Where else can you enjoy the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's amazing Outback, World Heritage Rainforest and the Aussie beach culture.Queensland is big it Covers 1.8 million kilometres or 700,000 miles. This is AustraliaÕs second largest State and covers more than a quarter of AustraliaÕs total area. Brisbane is the StateÕs capital city and is located in South East Queensland.
Known, as the Sunshine State Queensland is host to five of AustraliaÕs eleven World Heritage areas including one of the Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef. Queensland is the only place you will you find two World Heritage sites side by side, where the rainforest meets the reef. With regions such as the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, itÕs little wonder that Queensland brings to mind lazy days on sunny beaches. The warm waters and top beach breaks beckon surfers from around the world, and seaside towns show relaxed Australian culture at its best. The Great Barrier Reef, as one of the natural wonders of the world, is a truly amazing experience for divers with an abundance of colourful marine life, while all along the Queensland coast are hot spots for keen boaties and anglers. If wilderness and waterfalls are more your thing you donÕt have to go far. Queensland has spectacular national parks to explore with an array of native plants and animals.
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