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Great Barrier Reef, Australia

From series “Top 13 Most Colorful and Picturesque Places on the Planet”
Lenght: 2,500 meters.

The strange colorful landscapes can be found not only on the earth, but also in the water. Large Barrier Reef is the attraction center for divers from different countries. The largest coral reef in the world consists of more than 900 islands and about 2900 small coral reefs. The extent of the Great Barrier Reef is very impressive and forms about 2,500 meters. The area of ​​this remarkable natural site is as impressive as 344 square kilometers.

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Great Barrier Reef is undoubtedly the most beautiful coral reef on the earth, which serves as a residential area for numerous incredibly beautiful organisms. The colorful coral polyps, thousands of colorful fishes and the rare underwater plants - at the Prach of the reef you can endlessly graze. For many years, the Great Barrier Reef has been one of the main attractions for the guests of Australia. Thanks to the unique climatic conditions, you can dive here all year round.

The modern researchers believe that the formation of this strange natural object, which can be seen even on space, began more than 18 million years ago. This strange area can also be recommended to those tourists who have never been interested in diving. You can relax on the wonderfully beautiful coast, which is also a unique natural wonder. Next - Grand Prismatic Spring


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Nearest airports:
 »  Townsville Airport TSV - in 145 km
 »  Cairns Airport CNS - in 258 km
 »  Hamilton Island Airport HTI - in 265 km

Best hotels near Great Barrier Reef

Shaws on the Shore

Located in 127 km from Great Barrier Reef
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Rooms: 6
Shaws is a 13-minute drive from Magnetic Island Golf Course and a 10-minute drive from Nelly Bay Harbour and Magnetic Island Marina. Bookings for the … More: photo, rates and booking
Magnetic Sunsets

Located in 128 km from Great Barrier Reef
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Rooms: 4
Each room includes a microwave, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Breakfast provisions provided include … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Arcadia

Located in 130 km from Great Barrier Reef
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Rooms: 29
The beachfront Hotel Arcadia is 15 minutes' walk from Nelly Bay Harbour. Horseshoe Bay is 5 minutes' drive away. There are shops and restaurants … More: photo, rates and booking
Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments

Located in 131 km from Great Barrier Reef
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Rooms: 20
Fully air-conditioned, all apartments have a lounge with a plasma TV and a large patio. Meals can be prepared in the full kitchen with microwave, … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Wallaman Falls
193 km - Wallaman Falls
The biggest waterfall in Australia is the Wallaman Falls. Its height is about 300 meters. This attractive natural object finds its place in the extensive rainforest, a small river Stony Creek supply the waterfall. As far back, as 1958 the Wallaman Falls was recognized …
Ravenswood
218 km - Ravenswood
Australian Ravenswood has been founded close to the gold fields and emptied quite recently. Earlier in 2008 there was mining of gold and precious metals in this area. Today this abandoned town with its beautiful buildings is an important tourist attraction where …
Wet Tropics of Queensland
224 km - Wet Tropics of Queensland
The State of Queensland also has the grand tourist attraction of national significance called Wet Tropics of Queensland. These extensive rainforests can safely be listed among the most beautiful in the world. Local places feature rich exotic vegetation and an abundance …
Kuranda Scenic Railway
254 km - Kuranda Scenic Railway
Located in Australia, the Kuranda Scenic Railway is incredibly dangerous but also fabulously beautiful. It was built at the end of the 19th century. The rail line cuts through the picturesque rainforest of the Barron Reserve. During a trip, passengers have the …
Whitehaven Beach
262 km - Whitehaven Beach
Fans of resting in exotic locations can visit the famous Whitehaven Beach, which is located on the Whitsunday Island, Australia. The world-famous beach owes its magic to the crystal clear white sand, where silica content is about 98%. The coastline is rather large, it …
Barron Falls
270 km - Barron Falls
One of the most beautiful and most popular waterfalls in Australia is called Barron. The waterfall is located on the river of the same name. Experienced travellers recommend visiting this natural sight during the rainy season when the water volume is maximum. Tourists …
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