Taking Rocks

Rocks can be amazing free souvenirs, but you shouldn’t take any from Uluru. In addition to potentially destroying its natural richness, this is also a sign of disrespect. Uluru and the area that surrounds it are sacred to Aboriginal people, and “stolen” rocks are believed to be cursed.

No Climbing

Climbing Uluru used to be popular with the tourists—even Prince Charles and Princess Diana famously did it during their visit in 1983. That is no longer the case, as climbing it was banned in 2019, and it’s been advised against long before that due to Uluru’s spiritual significance.

No Photos?

Everyone wants to go home with amazing photos from Uluru, but you should tread lightly when taking them. Certain sections shouldn’t be photographed due to their ties to highly secretive gender-linked rituals and ceremonies.

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According to the Indigenous group known as the Pitjantjatjara people, Uluru—as it is called in their language—is sacred. They are considered the traditional owners or caretakers of the rock itself. According to Pitjantjatjara mythology, the rock is part of the creation myths, which is why it must be preserved. 

Visitors to the area used to be able to go up Uluru and camp around the edges of it, but this is no longer possible. Instead, visitors can see the rock from afar and admire the rock paintings in the area. Many spots around Uluru are still used by its traditional owners in ceremonies. 

While most of the rock itself is off-limits, it is still worth a visit. You can get there by airplane, or by driving to Alice Springs, which is the closest city.

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Taking Rocks

Rocks can be amazing free souvenirs, but you shouldn’t take any from Uluru. In addition to potentially destroying its natural richness, this is also a sign of disrespect. Uluru and the area that surrounds it are sacred to Aboriginal people, and “stolen” rocks are believed to be cursed.

No Climbing

Climbing Uluru used to be popular with the tourists—even Prince Charles and Princess Diana famously did it during their visit in 1983. That is no longer the case, as climbing it was banned in 2019, and it’s been advised against long before that due to Uluru’s spiritual significance.

No Photos?

Everyone wants to go home with amazing photos from Uluru, but you should tread lightly when taking them. Certain sections shouldn’t be photographed due to their ties to highly secretive gender-linked rituals and ceremonies.

The post 3 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Visiting Uluru in Australia appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

According to the Indigenous group known as the Pitjantjatjara people, Uluru—as it is called in their language—is sacred. They are considered the traditional owners or caretakers of the rock itself. According to Pitjantjatjara mythology, the rock is part of the creation myths, which is why it must be preserved. 

Visitors to the area used to be able to go up Uluru and camp around the edges of it, but this is no longer possible. Instead, visitors can see the rock from afar and admire the rock paintings in the area. Many spots around Uluru are still used by its traditional owners in ceremonies. 

While most of the rock itself is off-limits, it is still worth a visit. You can get there by airplane, or by driving to Alice Springs, which is the closest city.

The post The History Behind Uluru, Australia appeared first on Traveler Dreams.