Uluru - Wikipedia
WEBUluru (/ ˌ uː l ə ˈ r uː /; Pitjantjatjara: Uluṟu [ˈʊlʊɻʊ]), also known as Ayers Rock (/ ˈ ɛər z / AIRS) and officially gazetted as Uluru / Ayers Rock, [1] is a large sandstone monolith. It outcrops near the centre of Australia in the southern part of the Northern Territory, 335 km (208 mi) south-west of Alice Springs.
Xingu peoples - Wikipedia
WEBTo commemorate Aritana’s death, the Xingu participated in a funeral ceremony called the Kuarup, where ritual dances and combat are performed to honor the cycle of life. [4] The combat ritual consists of a competition in which warriors from various tribes perform a dance followed by a wrestling match. [ 4 ]
Kuarup Celebration in the Xingu Indigenous Territory - AFV
WEBSep 22, 2021 · The Kuarup 2021 celebrated the memory of the great cacique Aritana Yawalapiti and three members of his close family who died of Covid-19. The cacique Tapi Yawalapiti, the son of the late chief Aritana, was officially appointed as his successor and leader of the Xingu Indigenous Territory tribes.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Parks Australia
WEBA n angu welcome you to Ulu r u-Kata Tju t a National Park, a living cultural landscape where earth and memories exist as one. More than just a photo opportunity, our iconic rock formations hide ancient wisdom and diverse plant and animal life.
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Yulara Tourism - Central Australia
WEBCheck out the incredible beauty of this region with a visit to Uluru & Kata Tjuta in Central Australia. Contact us for more information.
Rare access captures dances and feasts of Amazonian chief's …
WEBNov 1, 2021 · When a big chief dies on the Xingu indigenous reservation, its tribes gather for a unique funeral ritual called the Kuarup. Wearing body paint and bird feathers, they join in ceremonial dances,...
Uluru | Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Parks Australia
WEBRising dramatically from the Central Australian desert, the huge red rock of Uluru is one of Australia’s most iconic attractions.
What is Uluru and why is it special? - Uluru Tours
WEBApr 22, 2024 · Located in central Australia sits an iconic attraction in Australia, Uluru. Uluru stands 348 metres tall and is one of the world’s biggest sandstone formations. This huge red rock, located in the Northern Territory, is made of …
Uluru & Surrounds 7-day itinerary - Northern Territory
WEBYou’ll learn about Uluru’s importance to the local Anangu people and experience life on a working outback camel station. This 7-day itinerary takes you from Uluru and nearby Kata Tjuta to the majestic Kings Canyon, and on to the ancient salt lakes of Lake Amadeus.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park (Official GANP Park Page)
WEBThe national park is home to Australia’s renowned Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, and Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas. Uluru and Kata Tjuta are both sandstone monoliths with Uluru being the more popular and most renowned natural feature. Uluru, or Ayers Rock, reaches an elevation of 2,831 feet (863 m) with a prominence of 1,142 feet (348 m).