Australia with its vast area of 7617930 sq. km. has a different geography. Mountains are predominantly found in the East and the South direction and Rainforests in the Northern belt, the country has dry deserts in the Centre. Hence, Australia is characterized by temperate weather.
Australian Climate has a significant source from the Ocean currents, being surrounded by sea on all 4 sides. Generally speaking, South-east Australia has a temperate climate. North Australia is typically characterized by tropical and monsoon climate. South-west part has a Mediterranean climate.
The land area spreads 4000 kilometers (from East to West) and 3200 kilometers (from North to South), and is vastly spread. The centre part of the country hosts dry deserts and is prone to extreme weather conditions. The population is more focused on the coastal and surrounding areas and Australia has a 36735 km. long coastline.
Australia with its long coastline also takes pride as the nation which houses the World’s largest Coral Reef, The Great Barrier Reef. It has about 1700 coral species along with 4000+ species of fishes, and over 50 types of marine animals and a large number of seabirds.
With its vast area and its identity as an island continent, it houses exotic flora and fauna, some of which are unique to Australia. It houses 350+ species of mammals, with nearly 50% of them as marsupials which include Kangaroo, Platypus, Wombats, Koala and the Tasmanian Devil.
Australia is ranked as the country with 10% of the world’s biodiversity.
Because of its temperate weather and coastal climatic conditions, it is one of the most-preferred tourist destinations.
