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Uluru is ancient. It is as old as the continent of Australia itself. Geologists have not been able to determine its age. Uluru is considered a sacred site by the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara people, and ancient paintings can be seen in caves, cliff overhangs and other surfaces of Uluru.
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Why is Uluru an icon?
It is because its a symbol of Ancient australia!
Why was Uluru selected for the World Heritage List?
Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, the Aboriginal people of the area. It has many springs, waterholes, rock caves and ancient paintings.
Is Uluru in the Great Sandy Desert?
No. Uluru is in the Northern Territory of Australia. Uluru is commonly thought to be the world's largest monolith. It is not. The world's largest monolith is Mt Augustus, and this is land feature IS in Western Australia.
Why has Uluru become an icon?
Uluru, or Ayers Rock, is a symbol of Australia's Red Centre, the heart of the outback and the heart of its indigenous culture. Uluru is a symbol of ancient Australia: this inselberg has stood stark against the Australian desert for more generations that man can count, a symbol of the enduring spirit of Australia.
Are there caves on Uluru?
Yes, there are caves on Uluru, known as shelters or alcoves. These caves are important culturally and are used by Aboriginal people for ceremonies and shelter. Some caves also contain ancient rock art.
Was uluru changed to ayres rock?
No, The Ayres Rock was changed to the name Uluru. Uluru lies in Northern Territory. Uluru is made out of sandstones.
How far away is Uluru from Australia?
Uluru is in Australia.
Who helped the Uluru fight?
There has been no fight at Uluru.
What is unique about Uluru?
Uluru, in the Northern Territory of central Australia, is the second largest monolith in the world. Also notable, is that it appears to change color as the different light strikes it at different times of the day and year, with sunset being a particularly remarkable sight. Uluru is also special because the Aborigines consider it a sacred place, and it has many ancient paintings on it.
Who built Uluru?
Nobody built Uluru. It is a natural landform.
Is Uluru a archaeological site?
no, Uluru is a huge rock in Australia
Why Uluru called Uluru?
Uluru is the original aboriginal name for Ayers Rock. Most sources quote the meaning of Uluru as Great Pebble; other sources translate the word as Meeting Place.
