45+ Pictures That Prove Australia Is Truly A One-Of-A-Kind Country

Published on 06/24/2021
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Akka Dakka, AKA AC/DC

If you like classic rock, Australia, the birthplace of AC/DC, is the place to visit. However, you are unlikely to hear Australia referred to by its American name if you ever visit. Instead, the Australians refer to their most famous band as “Akka Dakka,” which fits in with their habit of shortening words.

Akka Dakka, AKA AC/DC

Akka Dakka, AKA AC/DC

Its name comes from the brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, who founded the group in 1973. They simply refer to their music as rock and roll, no matter what you’ve heard about it, and we’re excellent with that!

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Beautiful Pink Lakes

Lake Hillier, pictured below, is one of several beautiful pink lakes that add a splash of color to Australia’s landscape. According to recent research, the lakes’ pink color is due to a unique combination of algae, halobacteria, and other microbes.

Beautiful Pink Lakes

Beautiful Pink Lakes

They are also extremely salty, with salt concentrations comparable to those of the Dead Sea in these bodies of water. As a result, researchers believe they may be able to restore the pinkish hue of Lake Hillier after it has recently lost its pinkish hue.

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