Atherton Tableland
퀸즐랜드주
fertile plateau which is part of the Great Dividing Range in Queensland, Australia
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Atherton Tableland
Welcome to the Atherton Tablelands, a magnificent highland region nestled just inland from the tropical city of Cairns. As we ascend to six hundred meters above sea level, you will notice a dramatic shift in the landscape and…
Listen in the app2Lake Barrine — The Extinct Volcano
We begin our exploration at Lake Barrine, a stunning freshwater lake situated within the Crater Lakes National Park. This lake is actually an extinct volcanic crater, known as a 'maar,' which has filled with rainwater over many…
Listen in the app3The Curtain Fig Tree — A Strangler’s Architecture
Our next stop is the Curtain Fig Tree, one of the most photographed and awe-inspiring sights on the Tablelands. This giant rainforest ancestor is estimated to be over five hundred years old and stands nearly fifty meters tall. …
Listen in the app4Cathedral Fig Tree — The Hemi-Epiphyte Giant
Continuing our exploration of giant trees, we arrive at the Cathedral Fig Tree. Very aptly named, this massive structure really 'takes your breath away' with its sheer scale and intricate form. …
Listen in the app5Millaa Millaa Falls — The Waterfall Circuit Icon
No trip to the Atherton Tablelands is complete without 'chasing waterfalls,' and Millaa Millaa Falls is undoubtedly the 'money shot.' This magnificent waterfall is perhaps the most photographed in all of Australia. It tumbles in…
Listen in the app6Yungaburra and Peterson Creek — In Search of Platypus
The quaint village of Yungaburra is one of the most beautiful little towns on the Tablelands, with its historic timber buildings and a real 'charm' that invites you to linger. But the real attraction here lies just on the…
Listen in the app7Malanda Falls and the Tree Kangaroo Sanctuary
Our final stop is Malanda Falls, another fantastic location in the heart of the lush rainforest. These falls tumble over basalt rock formed by ancient lava flows, similar to Millaa Millaa. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through the Atherton Tablelands comes to an end, I hope you have been as captivated by this region as I am. We have explored the depths of volcanic craters, marveled at the slow-motion architecture of ancient fig…
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What is Atherton Tableland?
Atherton Tableland is a place in 퀸즐랜드주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 퀸즐랜드주 |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -17.1667, 145.5333 |
| Last updated |