Kakadu National Park
Australia ·
Description
Kakadu is Australia before everything. Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and Nourlangie is up to 50,000 years old, the longest continuous history on the planet. Wetlands change with seasons: from dry to flooded, attracting millions of birds. Saltwater crocodiles patrol rivers, and bininj/mungguy maintain living traditions. It's the Aboriginal dream made landscape.
Why It's a World Heritage Site
Kakadu contains rock art up to 50,000 years old, the world's longest cultural sequence. Wetland and monsoon ecosystems are exceptional. Aboriginal peoples maintain living culture.
UNESCO Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
For containing the world's longest rock art sequence and exceptional ecosystems.
Inscribed in 1981 (natural), extended in 1987 and 1992, under criteria (i), (vi), (vii), (ix) and (x).
Dry season (May-October); wet season floods many roads.
Yes, saltwater crocs; never swim in rivers and respect signs.
Rock art sites with paintings up to 50,000 years old; Ubirr has spectacular sunset views.