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Episode 099 - The Nullarbor Plain
Apr 26, 2020 ·
1h 39m 16s
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The Nullarbor Plain, one of the most iconic and desolate landscapes in Australia, stretches across southern Australia, from South Australia to Western Australia. Its name, derived from the Latin nullus...
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The Nullarbor Plain, one of the most iconic and desolate landscapes in Australia, stretches across southern Australia, from South Australia to Western Australia. Its name, derived from the Latin nullus arbor meaning "no trees," is a fitting description of the barren, treeless expanse that characterizes the region. But despite its harshness, the Nullarbor is a place of remarkable natural beauty and a vital part of Australia’s outback mythology.
The Nullarbor Plain is not just a desert but a fascinating, ancient landscape that has been shaped by millennia of geological and climatic changes. Its vast, flat terrain includes some of the longest stretches of straight road in the world, making it a significant landmark for those daring enough to cross it. However, the Nullarbor is also home to rare wildlife, including the thorny devil lizard and a variety of bird species, along with historical sites like the world-renowned Nullarbor Caves, where fossils and cave art tell the story of Australia's distant past.
The region also carries a sense of mystery, having been the setting for numerous strange occurrences and ghost stories. From reports of UFO sightings to the eerie silence of its remote stretches, the Nullarbor Plain continues to be a place that inspires both awe and fear.
Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the strange occurrences on the Nullarbor...
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The Nullarbor Plain is not just a desert but a fascinating, ancient landscape that has been shaped by millennia of geological and climatic changes. Its vast, flat terrain includes some of the longest stretches of straight road in the world, making it a significant landmark for those daring enough to cross it. However, the Nullarbor is also home to rare wildlife, including the thorny devil lizard and a variety of bird species, along with historical sites like the world-renowned Nullarbor Caves, where fossils and cave art tell the story of Australia's distant past.
The region also carries a sense of mystery, having been the setting for numerous strange occurrences and ghost stories. From reports of UFO sightings to the eerie silence of its remote stretches, the Nullarbor Plain continues to be a place that inspires both awe and fear.
Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the strange occurrences on the Nullarbor...
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