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Aboriginal people revere certain sites around Australia as sacred. Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of them. It is a place of mysticism, a place from where much of their Aboriginal Dreaming emanates. It is a place where, they believe, the bodies of their ancestors hardened into rock. It was there at the Alcheringa (the Dawn of Time) and will be there until the very end. It holds peace and power. For the central Australian Aborigines, the Dreamtime stories come out of Uluru. They kindly ask that you don't climb the rock because you must walk over the dreamtime exit path.

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Which name do the Aborigines use for Ayers Rock?

The indigenous Australians call Ayers Rock "Uluru". The landform is now known by this name, out of respect for the traditional owners, or alternatively, "Uluru-Ayers Rock".


How did ayers rock become sacred?

Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is considered sacred by the Anangu people who have inhabited the area for thousands of years. Its significance comes from traditional stories and spiritual beliefs that are passed down through generations. The rock's unique formation, natural beauty, and the role it plays in ancient rituals all contribute to its sacred status.


What is the continent of Ayers Rock?

Uluru, formerly Ayers Rock, is on the continent of Australia.


What is Ayers Rock really called?

The indigenous name for Ayers Rock is Uluru.


Who named Ayers Rock?

The Aborigines have known about Uluru for thousands of years. Explorer William Gosse, of the South Australian Survey Department, is believed to have been the first European explorer to see Ayers Rock. 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. On 18 July 1873 he sighted Ayers Rock, recording that, "This rock is certainly the most wonderful natural feature I have ever seen". Known to the indigenous Australians as Uluru, the rock was named Ayers Rock after Sir Henry Ayers, Premier of South Australia at the time.

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Which name do the Aborigines use for Ayers Rock?

The indigenous Australians call Ayers Rock "Uluru". The landform is now known by this name, out of respect for the traditional owners, or alternatively, "Uluru-Ayers Rock".


Who is uluru?

Uluru is not a person it is a sandstone rock formally called Ayers Rock.


Is ayers rock ancient?

Yes, it was here when the Aborigines got here and that was at very least 40,000 years ago.


Why is the original aboriginal name for Ulera been changed to Uluru?

It hasn't. The Australian Aborigines have always known "Ayers Rock" as Uluru.


What is the largest red stone?

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How did ayers rock become sacred?

Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is considered sacred by the Anangu people who have inhabited the area for thousands of years. Its significance comes from traditional stories and spiritual beliefs that are passed down through generations. The rock's unique formation, natural beauty, and the role it plays in ancient rituals all contribute to its sacred status.


What landmarks are sacred to aborigines?

The Australian Aborigines saw many landmarks as sacred. Such sacred sites include:Uluru (Ayers Rock)Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)Murujuga (Burrup Peninsula in the Pilbara)The Glasshouse Mountains (Sunshine Coast)


What is the continent of Ayers Rock?

Uluru, formerly Ayers Rock, is on the continent of Australia.


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.


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.