western australia

Nature's Window, Kalbarri, Western Australia

@JudyEv (326063)

Rockingham, Australia

August 21, 2016 8:08pm CST

A few days into our trip north to see the wildflowers we came to the seaside town of Kalbarri. On the way we stopped off to view the cliffs which is the first of the photos on the slideshow. We camped at a truck bay and met two delightful French girls who were both called Fanny and travelling in a hire campervan. We shared a camp-fire with them and also with a Dutch and a Swedish girl who were sleeping in a station-wagon. Next morning we drove into the national park and walked several hundred metres to Nature's Window, a naturally-formed icon of the area. Vin also explored the gorges and took some great photos. Other photos include a fancy mobile barbecue which the owner doesn't want stolen and some attractive fungi. We also saw Western Australia's emblem the black swan on the Murchison River which runs through the gorges.

Nature's Window and the Gorges at Kalbarri, Western Australia

I created this video with the YouTube Slideshow Creator (http://www.youtube.com/upload)

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@xFiacre (12612)

• Ireland

22 Aug 16

@judyev That scenery is stupendous - well done to Vince and his camera. All I could think of though was all the snakes lurking in the bush - I'm really going to have to do something about my phobia!

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@xFiacre (12612)

• Ireland

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv I know that in theory, but putting it into practice is another thing! I had a few very bad experiences with serpents in India but lived happily with snakes all over the place for 8 years in Africa.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

@xFiacre I keep forgetting phobias are phobias and can't be dismissed easily. Luckily I don't think I have any unless it's for cold showers. They freak me out.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

We didn't see one snake. They really are more scared of us than we (well, some of us anyway) are of them.

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@MarymargII (12422)

• Toronto, Ontario

22 Aug 16

Really gorgeous- there Judy- okay- I'll have to stay after lunch for a few days so you can take me on a tour! ha!

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

It will be too hot for stodge. I'll have to come up with something else. :)

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@MarymargII (12422)

• Toronto, Ontario

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv Tee hee- you have some beautiful shots there Judy- I'd love to know how to make slide shows like you---is it a particular camera? I'll have to try the now famous stodge- I'll try it early -for breakfast and it won't matter if it's too hot---

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@MarymargII (12422)

• Toronto, Ontario

22 Aug 16

I watched again in the day as the music would have woken up my sleeping/snoring husband---ha! Really nice- love to know how to do that!

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@silvermist (19702)

• India

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv Really marvellous view. Fantastic video.I do not think I have ever seen a black swan like that.

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@silvermist (19702)

• India

26 Aug 16

@JudyEv I think they were originally from Australia.I do not see them here.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

The black swans are quite common now. We see them in all sorts of places.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

26 Aug 16

@silvermist I guess I just meant in all parts of Australia. I thought at one time they were only near our main city.

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@simone10 (54189)

• Louisville, Kentucky

22 Aug 16

I loved the pictures in the video! They are so awesome and my favorite has to be Nature's Window.

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@simone10 (54189)

• Louisville, Kentucky

24 Aug 16

@JudyEv That was very nice of everyone to offer to take pictures for others.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

The Nature's Window is very popular and everyone likes to have their photo taken sitting under it. There were quite a few people there but everyone took turns and strangers would offer to take the photo so a whole family or group could be in the picture.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

@simone10 We met some interesting people that day.

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crazyhorseladycx

@crazyhorseladycx (39515)

• United States

22 Aug 16

what stunnin' views 'n those rock formations?? mercy! dang, i so hope to get to yer neck 'f the woods some day! what a treat to've so much beauty. jest loved the slide show!

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

If you ever get the chance to come, we'll take you there. :)

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@crazyhorseladycx (39515)

• United States

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv really?? oh my! i'd be most humbled to've y'all 's my guide whilst seein' all the beauty that abounds! i've my fingers crossed, hon. jest gotta get well 'nough to make such a journey.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

@crazyhorseladycx You should have taken it as a given. :) Don't make the visit too short as there is a lot to see. Don't bother with the Eastern states - West is best.

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@paigea (35715)

• Canada

22 Aug 16

Great scenery. We did not do enough of this this year.

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@RasmaSandra (73569)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv wonderful scenery. Sounds like a fascinating trip.Enjoyed the video.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

@RasmaSandra Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed the photos.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

I'm pleased we were able to go for a few weeks. I'm planning on a shorter trip soon if all works out.

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@velvet53 (22528)

• Palisade, Colorado

22 Aug 16

Your trip sounds like so much fun. I will enjoy when I am abl to start doing things like that again. Nature is beautiful.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

We have been away quite a bit since we retired. We're lucky to be able to do it.

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@velvet53 (22528)

• Palisade, Colorado

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv That is good that you can go and enjoy yourselves.

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@LadyDuck (458649)

• Switzerland

22 Aug 16

You made a wonderful trip, the scenery is beautiful, I enjoyed your slideshow.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

Thank you Anna. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

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@jaboUK (64361)

• United Kingdom

23 Aug 16

That looks like a lovely place, and a great slide show.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

We were lucky to have a lovely sunny day when we were there.

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@Jessicalynnt (50525)

• Centralia, Missouri

22 Aug 16

you have the loveliest adventures

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

Thanks. We're lucky to be able to get around so much.

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@sueznewz2 (10409)

• Alicante, Spain

22 Aug 16

loved the slide show... all those rock formations, colours and views lovely... they reminded me of the Arches national park in USA, I love walking round those sort of places....

see photo ..not one of mine..it's from wiki images....

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@sueznewz2 (10409)

• Alicante, Spain

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv yes there are ... I love to see them...thanks for sharing the views of the Kalbarri with us...

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

This is pretty incredible too! There are some amazing rock structures in the world.

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@Inlemay (17714)

• South Africa

22 Aug 16

Stunning sights - love the contrasts of the barrenness with the river

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@Inlemay (17714)

• South Africa

22 Aug 16

@JudyEv that must be a beautiful unspoiled sight

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

I would like to see the Murchison in winter but usually the unsealed roads are closed in winter.

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@cacay1 (83220)

• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines

22 Aug 16

Wow, so amazing view of nature, I cannot believe this nature's art exists. Congrats for your wonderful adventure.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

Mother Nature is a good sculptor isn't she?

@shshiju (10342)

• Cochin, India

22 Aug 16

Really wild and beautiful ones.Glad that you have wonderful moments.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

It is a very lovely area. We enjoyed visiting there.

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@epiffanie (11326)

• Australia

22 Aug 16

Gorgeous view! ..

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

Thanks. We were able to get some great photos.

@Juliaacv (48457)

• Canada

22 Aug 16

He really got some spectacular shots during this trip, magnificent views.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

I guess some places lend themselves to photography, don't they?

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@crystalvisions (440)

• United Kingdom

22 Aug 16

That is indeed a beautiful snap shot.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

Thanks. It's a lovely spot to visit.

@andriaperry (116860)

• Anniston, Alabama

22 Aug 16

I want to do this..... travel and camp.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

We have enjoyed the trips we've done. We are lucky to have few ties here.

@teamfreak16 (43421)

• Denver, Colorado

22 Aug 16

Very nice photo's.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed them.

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@Yadah04 (3363)

• Philippines

22 Aug 16

That was a very nice photo. Very interesting, and i could just feel the breeze kissing my face.

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@JudyEv (326063)

• Rockingham, Australia

22 Aug 16

I am glad you felt you were there. That is a lovely thing to say.