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Broome is a wonderful tourist town in Kimberley in
the north of Western Australia. The year round population
is approximately 14,000, but that grows to around 30,000
during the tourist season. Broome is well known for
its enchanting Indian Ocean beaches and the fantastic
dry season climate. Located in the Tropics, it has two
seasons. The dry season is from May to November with
nearly every day clear; wind and humidity increase in
October and November. The wet season extends from December
to March and has hot and humid weather with tropical
downpours.
There is a wide assortment of tourist destinations
in Broome. Broome is home to a vast array of art galleries
specializing in local and indigenous art. Located 18
kms from Broome on the shores of beautiful Roebuck Bay,
visitors will share the amazing story of Broome's migratory
shorebirds from Siberia. The North West is regarded
as the most significant site in Australia for shorebirds,
as over 800,000 use the area annually. The Broome Crocodile
Park is home to over 1500 dangerous salt water crocodiles
as well as Australian fresh water crocodiles, New Guinea
freshwater crocodiles, South American Caimans and American
Alligators. Everything from small babies to massive
5 meter crocodiles can be seen. The Broome Historical
Society Museum features an exhibit on pearling and a
large collection of photographs and files that piece
together the fascinating history of Broome. The famous
Cable Beach is one of the most stunning beaches in the
world with 22 kms of white sand and clear tropical water,
washed clean every day by Broome's 10 meter tides. Cable
Beach takes its name from the telegraph cable that was
installed between Broome and Java in 1889. It's ideal
for swimming, picnicking and relaxing. Parasailing,
surf cats and beach equipment are available for hire.
Worldtravel4indians.com provides information on Tours
to Broome and different tours around Australia.
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