The Real Australia

July 3, 2008 by Mira

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What do you know of Australia?

Popularly called the ‘land down under’, not many people are aware that it’s not only a superb holiday destination but its now emerging as an excellent place to relocate to!

Here I am making an earnest effort to throw light about some interesting aspects of the “real” Australia that might not have come under your purview!

To begin with, do you know from where the term ‘Australia’ was derived from?

It originated from the Latin word australis that means southern. “Terra Australia” was the general reference made to the continent that was situated in the South Pacific Region. With the process inaugurated by Captain James Cook and taken forward by Joseph Banks, different parts of the continent came to the limelight. But it was the Gold Rush of the 1850’s that gave a complete face-over to the colony. Settlers and migrants from all over the globe moved into the colony and their influx gave a tremendous boost to the economy.

In 1901, the various colonies became federated as States of the Commonwealth and in 1927, Canberra replaced Melbourne as the Capital. The country of Australia is bound by one parliament, one constitution and one flag.

The Commonwealth of Australia has many unique characteristics that may stun you at the very first instance.

Despite being the smallest continent in the world, it is the sixth largest country. The country exhibits a variety of climatic zones with the northern regions experiencing a tropical climate and the south having a temperate climate.

You come across a secular civilization in Australia.

The educational facility that is sponsored by the state is exceptionally good. The coastal climate, the scenic beaches and the sumptuous and adventurous cuisine have evolved the Australians as hunters of happiness. Nowhere in the world would you come across such a democratic and happy culture.

Initially, the country was dominated by the Aborigine tribes and later it became a British colony. Hence, it has taken a fairly long time for the Aussies to add their individual attributes to their national culture. Today, the Australian culture has strong elements of influence from the culture of America. With an increasing influx of immigrants from Asia, the Australian society has become more profound and diverse.

Australia can be called one of the world’s most successful multi-cultural democracies. Australians are a bunch of tolerant people who believe and follow the policy of toleration and co-existence in a sincere manner. The vast scale of immigration that has taken place over the years has left its indelible impact on the country. It has inculcated a strong sense of diversity in the Australian culture and has paved the way for strong bonds between different countries and Australia.

The picture that everyone has of Australia is only the result of the superficial analysis of Australia’s obvious characteristics.

However, the true glory of the country and continent lies in its culture and evolution of its diverse society.

The “Real Australian feeling” as we may call it, needs to be experienced!!