Possibly the only state in the world where it can be literally freezing in one city and half-way to boiling point in another, it would be more than hyperbole to note that the Northern Territory is a land of contrasts. From the languid multiculturalism of capital Darwin, to the raw, earthen beauty of Uluru, the crocodile-infested estuaries of Kakadu and Arnhem Land, and the wide, brown deserts splayed across the landscape, this is a spiritual place and it's well worth a look.
Its population of 110,000 live closer to the equator than the Jamacians, and they're just as laid back. The town is famous for its Beer Can Regatta, its multicultural atmosphere, and its languid, tropical lifestyle.
The winding rivers, amazing waterfalls, beautiful wetland sunsets, birdlife, crocodiles and aboriginal culture make this an amazing place.
Most of it is Aboriginal territory and off-limits to travellers without a permit. If you can get one, it's well worth the trip to see a unique insight into the genesis of the Australian continent and its people.
A big town in a big state, The Alice is famous for its dry river and even drier sense of humour.
They used to call it Ayers Rock, but Mr Ayer can hardly lay claim to it - it's not like it's hard to miss. Possibly Australia's most recognisable icon, Uluru is of significant spiritual importance to the local Aboriginal people. You can't say you've really seen Australia until you've been there.
Vast isn't the word for the expanse of land in the Northern Territory. There is no word. Nor are there any speed limits.
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