Did you know that Darwin served as an allied military base for WWII troops in the Pacific and was attacked over 60 times by the Japanese, with over 240 people losing their lives? Did you know that after Cyclone Tracy devastated the city in 1974, Darwin was rebuilt and as a result of careful town planning it is considered one of Australia's most modern cities?
And did you know that Darwin is an ideal base for travellers wanting to explore the nearby Kakadu National Park, Tiwi Islands and Arnhem Land. But don't pass through on your way to somewhere else, Darwin has a number of attractions considered uniquely "Territorian" that will keep you lost on the tourist trail for sure.
A good place to start your Darwin experience is a visit to The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Not only is there an exceptional aboriginal art collections and matching anthropological exhibits, this venue includes a Cyclone Tracy display that will definitely ensure you leave with an appreciation for how far Darwin has come in the last 40 years.
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