AUSTRALIA ~ Mutawintji National Park ~

... Nice aerial view of a NP that displays the classic outback landscape for which Australia is famous around the world... dominated by the ancient, roded formations of the Byngnano Range... known for its stunning landscapes, which consist of rugged red sandstone gorges, dramatic rocky outcrops, and vast open plains. with saltbush and mulga scrub... it contains an important ancient gathering place for the local aboriginal people, along with many rock engravings, stencils, paintings, and remains of their day-to-day life... it became the first national park in New South Wales to be returned to its traditional Aboriginal owners... the park's name was changed from Mootwingee to Mutawintji to better reflect the Aboriginal spelling and pronunciation... Thanks Sifang! (✿◠‿◠)

Mutawintji National Park is located in western New South Wales, Australia and covers an area of about 68,000 hectares. The park is part of the Barrier Ranges, a mountain range that formed over 800 million years ago. This diverse terrain supports a wide range of flora and fauna, including several rare and endemic species.

The area of Mutawintji National Park is the traditional land of Pantjikali, Wanyuparku, Wilyakali, and Malyangapa people and has been a significant meeting place for local cultures for thousands of years.

Stamps: 

3X Opals 

(Issued 24-06-2025)