last edited Dec 11, 2019
Overview of Western Australia
Location Map of Western Australia
Western Australia
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Overview
Key Facts
- Type of place: state.
- Location: This is the western coast of Australia, bordering the Indian Ocean.
- Local time:
- Capital: Perth.
- Main cities: Albany, Broome, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Mandurah, Perth, Port Hedland...
- Population: 2,614,000 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 2,645,625 km².
- Density: 1 inhabitant/km².
- Highest point: Mount Meharry (1,250 m).
- Lowest point: Sea level.
- Coastline:
Tourism
The vast Western Australia (a third of the country!) is a near-desert region, except around its capital, Perth, which is home to 80% of the population. As a result, the state is largely a nature-adventure destination that, as always, will delight enthusiasts of water activities (surfing and diving in particular), ecotourism with its many parks and reserves, and "off the beaten track" experiences.
Travel Essentials
- By air: France-Perth.
- Backpacker daily budget:
- Best for accommodation:
- Best for getting around:
- Risks:
- Best time for climate/crowds/prices:
- Interests (out of ): Nature ; Adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays /
- Website: