Blue Mountains: The Towns of Blue Mountains

The majestic Blue Mountains have lured travellers for decades. Named a World Heritage site in 2000, the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area contains eight national parks and protected areas, four internationally significant wetlands and a rich cultural tradition of some six Aboriginal groups dating back many thousands of years. More than 1,500 species of plants and a third of Australia’s bird species live in an area ten times older than the Grand Canyon. With luxury retreats, charming villages and towns, and a flourishing artistic community, it's easy to see why the Blue Mountains are a sanctuary for explorers, adventurers and those seeking tranquillity.