The Northern Territory covers central and northern Australia, and despite its size, has a population of around 200,000, half of which live in and around Darwin.
The Northern Territory is known for its heat and harsh desert like terrain, yet within it is probably one of Australia’s most iconic land marks – Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock). The territory has other well-known tourist destinations such as Kakadu National Park, and Kata Tjuta (formerly known as The Olgas).
About half of the territory is owned by Indigenous Australians, including sacred sites such as Uluru [Wikipedia: Northern Territory(Australia)].
The weather is hot, with the highest recorded temperatures occurring in its centre (51 degrees Celsius).
Find out about information specific to Darwin, such as the public transport system; places to see; what is on offer in terms of food and drink; and where the best areas are for shopping.
For holiday spots and travel outside of the city, find out about the regions in the Northern Territory that might be worth-while visiting.