Kuranda Village A vibrant village and a close knit
community give Kuranda its unique flavour. The rainforest encircles the
village which is an attraction in itself, and the journey there is an
exciting one. Other than the scenic highway route, you
can choose to travel to Kuranda via two of the region's icons; the
Kuranda Scenic Railway or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. A popular option
is to combine both! Barron Gorge One of
Kuranda's most treasured landmarks is the Barron River and its
spectacular gorge; home of the mighty Barron Falls. The river also has
great significance to the Djabuganydji, the local Aboriginal people.
Visitors can now follow a network of trails and walks around the Barron
Gorge National Park, many originally created by the Djabuganydji as
they moved seasonally between the uplands and the coast. A river boat wildlife spotting cruise operates from beside the train and Skyrail arrival stations, with five daily departures. Wildlife
watching is one of the great things to do in Kuranda, and the village
has outstanding wildlife attractions and parks, including Butterfly,
Bird and Koala Parks. Visitors can sample exotic fruits from the
tropical orchard, take a tour on an amphibious Army Duck, enjoy
Aboriginal culture and observe Australia's unique fauna. Shopping in Kuranda Over
the years, Kuranda has evolved into a great place to shop. There are
bargains to be had here, as well as exquisite artisan pieces at the
other end of the spectrum. The markets in Kuranda are
very diverse and have been a feature of the village for 25 years. From
simple stalls to fully stocked shops, there are many places to browse
on both sides of the wide, tree-lined streets. Galleries feature an
extensive range of ceramics, textiles, glass, wood, metal, paintings
and sculptures. Best buys are quality Australiana products such as
opals, wood-art, didgeridoos and other authentic Aboriginal artifacts. Dining in Kuranda From
a great espresso coffee and tea-cake to an a-la-carte lunch with fine
Aussie wines, a whole range of dining options awaits you in Kuranda.
Pubs here provide great meals and a cold beer, and most restaurants and
cafes have both indoor and outdoor seating to cater for everyones
tastes. Choices here are unlimited.
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