ALICE SPRINGS


Meaning of ALICE SPRINGS in English

Town (pop., 2001 prelim.: 26,990), Northern Territory, Australia.

It lies between Darwin and Adelaide , virtually in the centre of the continent. It originated in the 1870s as a station on the Overland Telegraph Line. Because of its location, it has become a major shipping point. Its mild winter climate makes it a popular tourist destination.

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