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Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park

national park, Northern Territory, Australia
Also known as: Ayers Rock-Mount Olga National Park

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Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park is located in Australia's Northern Territory and is renowned for Uluru (Ayers Rock), a massive monolith revered by Indigenous Australian peoples. This sandstone formation rises dramatically from the desert, changing color with the sun's position, most vividly at sunset.1

The park also encompasses the Olgas (Kata Tjuta), a collection of conglomerate domes. Established in 1958, the park was officially returned to its Aboriginal owners in 1985, who then leased it back to the government. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for both its natural and cultural significance, the park supports diverse flora and fauna despite its arid climate. It is a significant tourist destination, offering activities like hiking around Uluru's base.2134

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