Unique Features Of Australia

Australia is a very unique island nation located between the southern Pacific Ocean and the eastern Indian Ocean. The Commonwealth of Australia owes its formation to the colonial influence of the United Kingdom and its unique culture to the native peoples of the island.

On a cultural level, Australia is indeed a unique country. Historians and scientists have found that the indigenous peoples of Australia were living on the island for about 40,000 years before the first European settlers ever established colonies there towards the end of the 18th century. There were an estimated 250 different language groups on the island at the time when Dutch explorers first arrived there in 1606. An English penal colony was established in the region of New South Wales until January of 1788. After that, the entire island was explored by settlers and eventually the Commonwealth of Australia was formed in 1901.

Multiculturalism is an important part of modern Australia and is promoted by the government. There is a considerable population of indigenous people still living on the island. They mostly represent the Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders. Although much of the culture of modern Australia is rooted in Western influence, local traditions and art are still appreciated and many artists in the late 20th and early 21st centuries have been working to develop art forms influenced by the natural landscape and ancient customs of Australia through the Contemporary Indigenous Australian art movement. When it comes to sports, Australia contributes to world heritage by promoting and excelling at international sports such as rugby, cricket, and swimming.