NaturePhoto Wikimedia CommonsThe Pinnacles
Western Australia · Australia
See the magnificent Pinnacles Desert at sunset. Enjoy a barbeque dinner with wine followed by stargazing with Telescopes and Astro Binoculars. Here Dreamtime stories of the night sky created by the world's first astronomers, the Australian Aborginals.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1The Pinnacles
Welcome to The Pinnacles, a surreal and breathtaking landscape located within Nambung National Park, approximately two hours north of Perth. As we stand here, we are witnessing one of Western Australia's most visited and iconic…
Listen in the app2The Desert Discovery Centre — Context and Origins
Our exploration begins at the Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre. This modern, environmentally integrated facility is the essential starting point for understanding the complex history and geology of the area. …
Listen in the app3The Pinnacles Desert Drive — A One-Way Loop
We now embark on the 'Pinnacles Desert Drive,' a four-and-a-half-kilometer one-way loop that allows visitors to navigate the heart of the desert. While the track is narrow and winding, it is generally accessible for most…
Listen in the app4The Pinnacles Lookout — An Elevated Vantage
For a broader perspective, we ascend to the Pinnacles Lookout. Accessible by a short collection of stairs, this elevated platform offers a 'higher vantage point' to enjoy a panoramic view of the entire desert system. …
Listen in the app5Wildlife in the Desert — Emus and Kangaroos
Despite its 'desolate' appearance, the Pinnacles desert is a sanctuary for a variety of Australian wildlife. As you walk through the pillars, keep a sharp eye out for 'emu footprints' in the sand. …
Listen in the app6The Pinnacles at Night — Stargazing and Shadows
As the sun sets, the Pinnacles undergo a dramatic transformation. The 'golden hour' light creates 'long shadows' that make the desert feel even more 'otherworldly.' But the true magic begins 'once darkness falls.' The Pinnacles…
Listen in the app7Pillars of the Past — Geological Depth
In our final section of exploration, we look closer at the individual pillars to understand their 'geological depth.' Notice the 'weathered texture' and the 'horizontal layers' visible in some of the rocks. These are remnants of…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through The Pinnacles, we are left with a profound sense of the 'mystery and beauty' of this desert landscape. We have navigated the ' Desert Drive,' stood at the 'Lookout,' and walked among the…
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What is The Pinnacles?
The Pinnacles is a place in Western Australia · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Western Australia · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -30.5853, 115.1541 |
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