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No, he did not. Ayers Rock was named after the former Premier of South Australia, Sir Henry Ayers. Explorer William Gosse, of the South Australian Survey Department, became the first European explorer to see Ayers Rock. His expedition into the central interior departed Alice Springs in April 1873, heading in a northwesterly direction. Gosse discovered the rock (now known by its native name of Uluru) by accident during an expedition through Australia's interior. The need to find water for his camels forced him to take a more southerly course than he had originally planned. It was on 18 July 1873 that he sighted Ayers Rock, recording that, "This rock is certainly the most wonderful natural feature I have ever seen". (source: today.wmit.net - July 18)
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What is the name of the huge rock in central Australia?
The huge, single sandstone rock located in Australia's Northern Territory is called Uluru, or Ayers Rock. It is the world's second largest monolith or, as it is properly known, inselberg.
What year did ernest giles find Victoria?
Well Ernest Giles did not actually discover AYERS ROCK !! .
What is the largest red stone?
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What is the continent of Ayers Rock?
Uluru, formerly Ayers Rock, is on the continent of Australia.
How are Stonehenge similar to ayers rock?
how are stonehenge similar to ayers rock?
Is ayers rock or mount Rushmore closest to the equator?
Ayers Rock
What is Ayers Rock really called?
The indigenous name for Ayers Rock is Uluru.
In which content is ayers rock?
Uluru or Ayers Rock is in the continent of Australia. It is near the town of Alice Springs, which is 450km away from Ayers Rock.
Is ayers rock a pluton?
Yes, Ayers Rock is the single largest Pluton on earth.
Did Edward John Eyre discover any rivers?
Edward Eyre did not discover or name any rivers.
What is the contonent of where Ayers Rock is located?
Australia. Ayers Rock is the biggest rock in the world and is located in the centre of Australia.
Is the red center Ayers Rock?
No but Ayers Rock, Now known as Uluru is in the red center.
