Tanami Desert

　　The Tanami Desert is located in the northwest of Alice Springs, Northern Territory. It lacks the grandeur of the Sahara Desert and is a desert filled with rocks and small hills. Most of it spans the central part of the Northern Territory, with a small portion extending into Western Australia.

　　The Tanami Desert is one of the most barren regions in the world, covering approximately 184,500 square kilometers. It is the third-largest desert in Australia and is recognized by the Australian government as one of the country's most important biodiversity reserves. This is because the desert is home to rare and endangered Australian species, including the grey falcon, Australian painted snipe, freckled duck, long-tailed planigale, and little native mouse. Due to its remote location, these rare animals and birds have made their homes here, living peaceful and undisturbed lives.

　　In summer, daytime temperatures in the Tanami Desert can reach 36–38 degrees Celsius, dropping to 20–22 degrees at night. Winters are cooler, with maximum temperatures of just 25 degrees and minimums of 10 degrees, and frost can sometimes be seen at night.

　　Tanami Desert Reason to visit: One of Australia’s most important biodiversity reserves Continent: Oceania Country/Region: Australia State/Territory: Northern Territory