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FXYFPM The famous Three Sisters rock formation in the Blue Mountains National Park, Australia

September 1, 2024

BLUE MOUNTAINS ABORIGINAL LEGEND STORY The Blue Mountains hold significant cultural and spiritual importance for the Aboriginal people, including the Darug, Gundungarra and Wiradjuri nation. The land is rich with sacred sites, rock art, and Dreaming time stories that reflect the deep connection between the indigenous communities and their environment. The most well-known aspect of the Three Sisters is the Aboriginal legend that explains their origin. According to the Gundungarra and Darug people, the traditional custodians of the Blue Mountains, the Three Sisters were once three beautiful sisters named Meehni, Wimlah and Gunnedoo. The legend tells that the three sisters…

History of the Blue Mountains

August 27, 2024

HISTORY OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINS Nestled just west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains is a region of breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage that attracts millions of visitors each year. In 2018 8.4 million visited the Blue Mountains, that averages out at 23,013 visitors each day of the year in 2018. Named for the blue haze created by the eucalyptus trees that blanket the region, the Blue Mountains offer a mix of stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife and vibrant history. This a must visit for nature lovers, adventurers, tourists and those seeking a serene escape from the hustle bustle of…

Scenic World

August 5, 2024

SCENIC WORLD KATOOMBA Scenic World is located in the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Iconic Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia, Formerly home of the “Katoomba Coal Mine,” which was registered and owned by John Britty North back in the late 1870s. The coal was extracted from the mine, and was moved by horse and carts, which carted the coal from the bottom of the Jamison Valley floor where the coal was put on the train and taken up to the top of the cliffs where the coal was then transported from train to the coal fired power stations. Coal mine was closed,…