Experiance Pearly Sand Beaches And The Magnificent Kimberley's In Broome

While the population of Broome, WA is less than 15,000, this northwestern town looms large in Australia's imagination. As far as it is from any main cities, Broome is easily reached by air and is a preferred tourist destination for those who would like to get a taste of real Australian wilderness and traditional culture. As isolated as it is, Broome has everything you need to make you feel comfortable. A Broome accommodation could be as luxurious as you want it to be or it is possible to "go bush" and be surrounded by nothing but the great Australian outback. Wherever you stay, the beauty of Broome is in its natural attractions. From the shining sands on the beach to the magnificent Kimberley's, Broome showcases the amazing magic of wilderness Australia.

Broome's recorded history goes back just about as far as the history of life on earth. At low tide out at Gantheaume Point, just a short 5 minute drive from the town center, you can walk out onto the reef and see footprints of dinosaurs that where there more than 130 million years ago. At high tide, you may be able to see the footprints from your kayak as you paddel over the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean.

Broome has been the home of Australia's indigenous people for well over 20,000 years and is found on the traditional lands of the Yawuru people. Signs of ancient aboriginal culture can be found all around Broome as well as the Kimberley's and is a major attraction today. The Europeans were latecomers to Broome. It was first found by William Dampier, who found it in 1688 and came back again eleven years later. It wasn't settled, however, until the late 19th century. The town was named after Governor of WA, Sir Frederick Broome when it was established in 1883.

Broome became a town so as to service the pearling industry when the bay on which it is situated, Roebuck Bay, was determined to be a perfect port due to its proximity to the pearling waters. Broome's most well known beach, Cable Beach, is named after the underwater telegraph cable that linked Broome with Singapore. Laid in 1889, the laying of this cable highlights the importance of the pearling trade at that time.

Today, Cable Beach is famous not so much for pearls as for its shining white beach which stretches for a distance of 14 miles (22km). While it will be hard to explore this beach, frequently cited as one of the most magnificent in the world, on foot, thousands explore it on camel back at dusk. In the day, the Cable Beach Reserve playground is ideal for the children. Don't be concerned about feeding the family at Cable Beach - you will find great cafes and restaurants there for you to choose from.

A lot of people go to Broome between the months of March and October around the time of the full moon. What's so special about the full moon in Broome? During these months, it is possible to view Western Australia's legendary "Staircase to the Moon" at Roebuck Bay. As the moon rises above the mudflats at low tide during this time of the year, it creates a stunning illusion of a silvery staircase extending all the way to the moon. The phenomenon is so well liked that Broome holds special Staircase markets at Town Beach in its honor.

For a taste of authentic Australian outback living, visit Broome. Full of heritage and natural wonders, you will have an awesome, magical experience that is available nowhere else on earth.