Australia is a land of awe and mystery. It is home to some of the most unique creatures and also features picturesque landscapes that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Visitors should never miss these natural wonders.

1. The Great Barrier Reef

Included in the list of the top natural wonders in the world, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living thing on Earth. The reef is located just near the coast of Queens land and was formed 25 million years ago. It has a length of 3,000 kilometers and features ,1500 species of tropical fish and 400 kinds of corals.

2. The Pinnacles

These are limestone formations that emerged 30,000 years ago. The Pinnacles are located north of Perth in Nambung National Park. The Pinnacles rose above the sand after the ocean receded, leaving thousands of seashells behind. The landscape almost looks alien because of the unique formations. Some of these are several meters tall with sharp or rounded tips.

3. Lake Hillier

The lake is very special because of its pink colour. It measures about 2000 feet long and is surrounded by forests and sandy areas. The pink hue of the water is caused by the organisms called Halobacteria and Dunaliella Salina. The salt crusts are said to contain many of these distinct organisms that produce the pink dye.

4. Blue Mountains

Just west of Sydney, Australia, tourists can see the Blue Mountains, featuring a variety of gorges, plateaus and ridges. Visitors can appreciate the beauty of Echo Point, the Three Sisters and the Great Dividing Range. The place also features a variety of rare plant species and gum trees.

5. Ayers Rock

Also called "Uluru", it is one of the most famous natural wonders in Australia. Ayers Rock is the biggest monolith in the world, with a height of 1,142 feet and a circumference of 5.8 miles. Tourists will be amazed at how the giant rock changes hues depending on the time of day. It can be orange or red at sunrise, then turns blue or purpose at dusk.

Australia is a treasure trove of awesome views. If we missed anything on this list, tell us about them in the comments!