
Alice Springs
The springs after which the town is named is situated in between the Todd River to the east. It owes its existence to the fact that it is linked on the Overland Telegraph line. It is the hub of all major routes for both national and international visitors. The town is suprisingly modern and civilised.
Some of the attractions are the unique animals, birds and the reptiles that live in a wide range of desert habitats. Other tourist attractions include Adelaide House, Stuart Town Gaol, The Olive Pink Botanical Gardens and the Old Courthouse. Other popular attractions are the Bush walking, Frontier Camel Farm, small museums and breathtaking scenery and the local wildlife and birds. It has some excellent Museums and art galleries in the central Alice Springs.
Alice Springs has some fabulous shopping centers in the center of the city and some superb restaurants and pubs in and around the city particularly along the pedestriaised Todd Mall. Accommodation is in plenty situated in the central area ranging from backpackes to luxury hotels and motels.