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Where is Darwin, Australia?



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Darwin is located on the northern coast of Australia in the Northern Territory, overlooking the Timor Sea. It lies between the tropical mangrove-lined harbour of Darwin Harbour and the vast savanna landscapes that stretch south across the Top End. It is famous for its multicultural atmosphere, tropical climate, and role as the gateway to natural icons such as Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks.




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Where is Darwin, Australia
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Facts about Darwin, Australia

CountryAustralia
State / TerritoryNorthern Territory
RegionTop End
LocationOn the northern coast of Australia, overlooking the Timor Sea
Coordinates12.46° S, 130.84° E
Local Government AreaCity of Darwin
Founded1869
Original NamePalmerston (renamed Darwin in 1911 after Charles Darwin)
Elevation~31 m
PopulationApprox. 150,000 (Darwin metropolitan area)
AreaApprox. 112 sq km (city)
Time ZoneACST (UTC+09:30)
Postcode0800–0822
Major WaterwaysDarwin Harbour, Howard River, Elizabeth River
Top AttractionsMindil Beach Sunset Market, Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin Waterfront, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Litchfield National Park (nearby), Cullen Bay.
DemonymDarwin residents (informally “Darwinites”)
Main IndustriesTourism, defence, mining support, logistics, public administration
Nearest AirportDarwin International Airport (DRW)
Websitehttps://www.darwin.nt.gov.au