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The Northern Territory is a vast and rugged region in Australia, known for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique wildlife. From the red desert sands of Uluru to the lush wetlands of Kakadu National Park, this region offers a wealth of photographic opportunities for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Whether you're looking to capture the iconic landmarks of the outback or the vibrant colors of the Top End, there are plenty of photography locations in the Northern Territory that will leave you in awe. So grab your camera and get ready to explore this incredible part of Australia!

Photography of Northern Territory

Uluru / Ayer's rock at sunset
Ayers Rock / Uluru
by Romain Pontida

Uluru / Ayer's rock is a large sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory in central Australia. Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara Anangu, the Aboriginal people of the area. The area around the formation is home to an abundance of springs, waterholes, rock caves and ancient paintings. Uluru is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uluru and Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas, are the two major features of the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park (Wikipedia).

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Katherine Gorge
by David Hamments

Katherine Gorge, Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

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Katherine Gorge
by David Hamments

Katherine Gorge Panorama, Nitmiluk NP, NT

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
by David Hamments

... the fabulous "Valley of the Winds" track is typical of the terrain and vegetation found in Australia's Northern Territory. This lesser known site is about 40 km from the iconic "Ayer's Rock"

Cleland Hills
Cleland Hills

Possibly the most remote place I have ever been, West of Alice Springs

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Western Desert Morning
Western Desert Morning

Early morning sun lights up a hillside near Mount Liebig in Central Australia

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After the Storm
After the Storm 2

The sun broke out from behind the clouds after a sudden thunderstorm had passed over Alice Springs. Original on Kodachrome 64 taken in 2003

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Alice Springs Drive-In
Alice Springs Drive-In

Sadly now demolished.

This shot was used in the recent ABC series Art + soul, in the episode about Warwick Thornton, the award winning film...

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Standley Chasm
Standley Chasm

The second chasm after a scramble up the creek from the main chasm.

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Chain of Ponds
Chain of Ponds

Great walk near Trephina Gorge, East MacDonnell Ranges

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Ross River Country
Ross River Country

I've been going through my archives and discovering shots I had originally overlooked. This is a shot of the East MacDonnell Ranges behind Ross River...

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Uluru Sunset
Ayers Rock / Uluru
by David Hamments

Ayer's Rock changes colour every evening during the "golden hour"....

Uluru (Ayer's Rock)
Ayers Rock / Uluru
by David Hamments

... iconic rock in the center of Australia

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Baruwei Lookout, Nitmiluk National Park
by David Hamments

Hand held, sunset panorama of the Northern Territory's amazing Katherine Gorge....

Katherine Gorge - Northern Territory
Katherine Gorge
by David Hamments

From the coastline of Tasmania to the rugged landscape of the Northern Territory.... Australia has so much to offer!

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Katherine Gorge
by David Hamments

Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory, Australia.... another amazing place in Oz

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Edith Falls
by David Hamments

Edith Falls Panorama - Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine, NT

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Yellow Water Billabong
by David Hamments

Sunrise panorama in the Yellow Water Billabong of Kakadu's National Park in the Northern Territory of Oz...

Raining On The Rock
Ayers Rock / Uluru

Ayers Rock (Uluru) on a rainy morning. Original on Kodachrome 64 2002

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After the Storm 2
After the Storm 2

A rainbow appears over Alice Springs after a thunderstorm has passed over. Original on Kodachrome 64 taken in 2003

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Corkwood Monochrome
Corkwood Colour

Corkwood tree against an interesting sky. Alice Springs Telegraph Station

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Sphinx Rock
Sphinx Rock

Dolerite Rock Formation near Ross River, East MacDonnell Ranges

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Dog Rock
Dog Rock

Landmark in Alice Springs

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Kintore Road
Kintore Road

The Kintore Road winds past Mount Liebig on its route through the Western Desert

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Trephina Bluff at Sunset
Trephina Bluff at Sunset

This view from a hill beside the road leading into Trephina Gorge.

A rediscovered gem from my archives,

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Jewel of the Red Centre
Jewel of the Red Centre

Alice Springs, A quartz outcrop with Mt Johns in the background.

I have been revisiting my archives and finding the odd gem.

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Yellow Water Billabong
by David Hamments

A day in the Yellow Water Billabong, in Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory is a photographer's dream...

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Yellow Water Billabong
by David Hamments

This is the amazing Yellow Water Billabong, in Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory of Australia. One of the most bountiful wildlife locations I've ever visited...

Katherine Gorge
Katherine Gorge
by David Hamments

.. in Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory of Australia

Uluru / Ayer's rock at sunset
Uluru / Ayer's rock from the Lookout
by Romain Pontida

2-picture panorama stitched with Hugin, cylindrical projection. Taken from the vantage point before the dinner under the stars.

Corkwood Colour
Corkwood Colour

see previous post. Colour or mono? I can't make up my mind

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Cleland Hills
Cleland Hills

Sunset on the top of Mt Winter, West of Alice Springs

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Window Rock
Window Rock

Located in the Chambers Pillar Reserve, another spectacular rock formation at this location.

A rediscovered gem from my archives.

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Where the Desert Meets The Ranges
Where the Desert Meets The Ranges

Near Deep Well Station, south of Alice Springs

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Station Gate
Station Gate

With Mount Undoolya in the background

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Above John Hayes Rockhole
Above John Hayes Rockhole

The setting sun bathes the landscape in warm light, enhancing the redness of the rocks. East MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia

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Full Moon over Mt Ooraminna
Full Moon over Mt Ooraminna

About 30 kms out of Alice Springs, on the Old South Road.

Another rediscovered gem from my archives.

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Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Northern Territory!
Most notably Andrey Sulitskiy, David Hamments, Romain Pontida and George Kurzik.