Rich in heritage and natural wonders visiting Broome is a magical experience

Rich in heritage and natural wonders visiting Broome is a magical experience

While the population of Broome, WA is under 15,000, this northwestern town looms large in Australia's imagination. As far as it is from any major cities, Broome is easily reached by air and is a preferred holiday getaway for those who would like to have a taste of genuine Australian wilderness and traditional culture. As isolated as it is, Broome has everything you need to make you feel comfortable. A Broome accommodation could be as luxurious as you want it to be or you can "go bush" and be surrounded by nothing but the great Australian outback. Wherever you stay, the beauty of Broome is in its natural attractions. From the shining sands on the beach to the beautiful Kimberley's, Broome showcases the amazing magic of wilderness Australia.

Broome's recorded history goes back almost as far as the history of life on earth. At low tide out at Gantheaume Point, simply a short 5 minute drive from the town center, you'll be able to walk out onto the reef and see footprints of dinosaurs that walked there more than 130 million years ago. At high tide, you may be able to see the footprints from your kayak while you glide over the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean.

Broome has been the home of Australia's indigenous people for well over 20,000 years and is on the traditional lands of the Yawuru people. Signs of ancient indigenous culture can be found all around Broome as well as the Kimberley's and is a major attraction today. The Europeans were latecomers to Broome. It was initially found by William Dampier, who found it in 1688 and came back again eleven years later. It wasn't settled, however, until the late 19th century. The town was named after Governor of WA, Sir Frederick Broome when it was established in 1883.

Originally, Broome was established because of the pearling industry when it was decided that Roebuck Bay would be a perfect port for the close by pearling grounds. In 1889, an underwater telegraph cable was laid to connect Broome with Singapore. This cable has long since been replaced by telephone and internet connections, but Broome's most famous beach, Cable Beach, is a reminder of its history.

Today, Cable Beach is famous not so much for pearls as for its shining white beach which stretches for a distance of 14 miles (22km). While it will be hard to explore this beach, frequently cited as among the most magnificent in the world, on foot, thousands explore it on camel back at sunset. During the day, the Cable Beach Reserve playground is ideal for the children. Don't be concerned about feeding the family at Cable Beach - you will find great cafes and restaurants there for you to select from.

A lot of people visit Broome between the months of March and October around the time of the full moon. What's so special about the full moon in Broome? Throughout these months, it is possible to view Western Australia's legendary "Staircase to the Moon" at Roebuck Bay. When the moon rises above the mudflats at low tide during this period, it creates a stunning illusion of a silvery staircase extending all the way to the moon. The phenomenon is so popular that Broome holds special Staircase markets at Town Beach in its honor.

These are only a small number of the attractions of Broome. As wide as the outback itself and as steeped in heritage, you simply have to go there in order to appreciate it.

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