What is the Northern Territory known for?
The Northern Territory is known for Uluru, Kakadu National Park, Aboriginal culture and outback adventure. It covers a huge area of central and northern Australia but has a small population.
The territory stretches from the Red Centre deserts to the tropical Top End. Its capital is Darwin, and Alice Springs is the main town in the center.
Aboriginal people make up around a quarter of the territory's population, the highest proportion of any state or territory. Many communities maintain strong traditional languages, art and ceremonies.
Natural wonders
Uluru and Kata Tjuta draw visitors from around the world. In the north, Kakadu and Litchfield national parks offer waterfalls, wetlands, wildlife and ancient rock art.
Nitmiluk Gorge near Katherine, the West MacDonnell Ranges and Kings Canyon are also major attractions. Saltwater crocodiles are common in rivers and coastal waters of the Top End.
The Northern Territory has its own parliament but is not a state, so the federal government has more power over its laws. Its economy relies on mining, gas, tourism, defense and cattle.