Sunday, 23 November 2008

Great Ocean Road - limestone spectacles!

15 November
Whilst the Twelve Apostles is the most pictured view from the Great Ocean Road, there are actually many more lookouts along the coast between Port Fairy and Melbourne. Dramatic views of limestone rock formations, shaped by the ocean over 100s of years. With fewer tourists and a less commercialised setting, these were actually the more satisfying spectacles. It was a blustery, overcast day, making for a more raw experience than the one seen in your average picture postcard. From west to east…..
Bay of Islands









Bay of Martyrs









The Grotto









London Bridge…the main arch connecting London Bridge to the mainland collapsed into the sea in 1990









The Arch











Blowhole - waves surging through this tunnel cause compression of the air, creating blasts of spray
Thunder Cave












Razorback



















Loch Ard Wreck Site (location of a 19C ship disaster)

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