Atherton Plateau, and atherton? Are there any interesting places?

Atherton, located about 80 kilometers southwest of Cairns, is the largest town on Atherton Plateau, from which you can go to various scenic spots on the plateau, so the town is equivalent to a transit station and a supply station. At the intersection of National Highway KLOC-0/in northern Queensland and Kennedy expressway, there is a small town called Atherton, which is surrounded by the famous Atherton Highlands. By 2006, there were 7,000 people living in Atherton. As early as the late19th century, a large number of gold and tin mines were discovered around Keynes, which attracted a large number of Europeans and attracted many China people to move to North Queensland from China or other parts of Australia. Therefore, starting from 1903, the largest Chinatown in Australia was formed in Atherton Town, called Cedar Camp. The famous Houwang Temple there is the only surviving building, which was still enshrined until A.D. 1970 ... There are also some scenic spots in the town, such as1the Chinatown ruins and Houwang Temple built by China people during the gold rush in the late 9th century. Crystal Cave is a museum, where all kinds of minerals are displayed, and it is also worth visiting. Don't miss amethyst minerals higher than people. Atherton Plateau is a part of the Great Divide in Queensland, located in the southwest of Cairns, with an altitude of 600-900 meters. The land here is fertile, the climate is pleasant, and it is famous for its natural scenery. On the way from Keynes to Atherton Plateau, you can enjoy endless pastures, rolling hills, manicured mango farms, quaint traditional century-old towns, and looming Seven Sisters Peak (formed by volcanic piles), just like idyllic poetry, giving you a beautiful and cool feeling; And its quiet volcanic lake, spectacular big fig trees and waterfalls with different styles will leave a deep impression on you. Many craters and lakes are symbols of Atherton Plateau, but grasslands, waterfalls and wetlands enrich its personality. It is also an excellent place for hiking, bird watching, exploring wild animals and marsupials and experiencing hot air balloon travel. Located in Cairns, Australia, it has a tropical climate and is warm all year round, especially in coastal areas. 1The daytime temperature is about 365438 0 degrees Celsius from February to March, and it is about 26 degrees Celsius from May to August. It is suitable for tourism in all seasons.

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