Interesting Facts About Australia That Will Amaze You

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2 min readMay 20, 2023

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Australia is a unique country with a rich history and culture. Here are some interesting facts about Australia

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Australia is one of the largest countries on Earth, and the only country that covers an entire continent

The official name of the country is the Commonwealth of Australia

The capital city of Australia is Canberra, located in the southeast between the larger and more important economic and cultural centers of Sydney and Melbourne

Australia is the world’s sixth-largest country, covering an area of 7.7 million square kilometers

The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Queensland, is the world’s largest coral reef system

Australia is an important exporter of agricultural goods like wool, wheat, beef, and fruit. The country is also rich in minerals and metals and is the world’s fourth-largest producer of gold

The Australian dollar is the country’s official currency

The Sydney Opera House, located in Sydney Harbour, is one of the most iconic buildings in the world

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The Australian flag features the Union Jack in the top left corner, representing the country’s ties to Britain. The Australian coat of arms features two native animals, the kangaroo and the emu

Approximately 25–30% of Australians were born in another country

New South Wales is the most populous state of Australia as 65% of the country’s population lives in New South Wales

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Australia is home to some dangerous animals such as spiders and snakes. It is also home to the world’s most venomous snake, the Inland Taipan

Banking, manufacturing, mining-related exports are some of the major revenue generation sources for Australia

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Australia has a fascinating history and culture that make it a unique place to visit or live

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