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	Kuranda, Australia: Rainforest Village on the Atherton Tablelands, Australia
		Kuranda is a pulsating township that exudes a bohemian character.
		Kuranda has a new series of six interconnected walks that provide an opportunity to explore the "village in the Rainforest" and its surrounding dense jungle environment, there is even a pleasant stroll along the banks of the Barron River, The walks are in the main easy ambles taking as little as 30 minutes to complete.
		Kuranda possesses several breeding populations of the endangered cassowary; a quiet walk in the early mornings or late afternoons along Black Mountain road is the right time and location to catch a glimpse of this elusive big beaked bird.
	www.tablelands.org /kuranda.html (4173 words)

	Kuranda - Rainforest Village in North Queensland Australia - Kuranda - Tjapukai, Skyrail, Scenic Railway - Diving Cairns
		Kuranda is the aboriginal for 'village in the rainforest'.
		There are three spectacular ways to visit Kuranda, and all are on the Northern Beaches of Cairns - the Kuranda Scenic Railway, which each year takes over half a million people to the village, the multi-award winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the winding Kuranda Range Road which is a photographer's delight with its scenic views.
		Kuranda also boasts Australia's biggest butterfly display which is home to exotic species such as the brilliant blue Ulysses and the Red Lace Wings butterfly that flash their presence as smaller and camouflaged species feed on the tropical flowers and tress of their expansive sanctuary.
	www.divingcairns.com.au /aboutnq_kuranda.html (281 words)

	Kuranda, Queensland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Kuranda (postcode 4881) is a town on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland, Australia.
		Kuranda is a major centre for opals and didgeridoos.
		Kuranda is located in the (federal) Australian House of Representatives Division of Leichhardt, the Queensland Legislative Assembly electoral district of Barron River and locally, in the Mareeba Shire.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kuranda,_Queensland (429 words)

	Kuranda - Village in the Rainforest
		Kurandaâs shops and markets with their exotically handcrafted goods, Aboriginal artefacts, restaurants and coffee shops make Kuranda a well known day destination, but to truly enjoy the ambience this village has to offer you really have to stay a few nights.
		The Rainforest of the Kuranda region is one of the oldest on this planet.
		Kuranda is home to a number of art galleries that house indigenous artifacts to colourful visual interpretations of this unique part of the world.
	www.kuranda.org (485 words)

	AusEmade: Kuranda Information and Attractions, Queensland (QLD), Australia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The Kuranda Railway would have to be one of the most scenic in Australia, running through hand carved tunnels on the side of the massive Barron Gorge, then passes a magnificent waterfall (Stony Creek Falls) all the time surrounded by rainforest and with occasional views out across the Coral Sea.
		Kuranda Amphitheatre • In 1979 the Kuranda Amphitheatre was carved out of the hills by a dedicated group of local musicians, performers and eccentric individuals.
		Kuranda Scenic Railway • For one and a half fabulous hours, you’ll travel on board historical carriages through some of the lushest rainforest, pass deep gorges, rugged mountains and the spectacular waterfalls.
	www.ausemade.com.au /qld/destination/k/kuranda-attractions.htm (774 words)

	Kuranda’s Historic Tracks » ABC Queensland
		The Kuranda scenic railway is one journey that has all of these.
		While the first section to Kuranda was complete by the early 1890’s, it took until 1910 for the line to be completed.
		The spectacular leg between Cairns and Kuranda is often taken in conjunction with the Skyrail — bringing in tens of thousands of people from all over the world to experience Australia’s rainforest.
	www.abc.net.au /queensland/stories/s1027107.htm (268 words)

	Kuranda, Queensland - Travelers Digest
		Tentative Nests - accommodation in Kuranda in treetop nests (tents).
		Kuranda Online - locally based bookings and reviews for 115 Kuranda day tours including skyrail, tjapukai, scenic railway, and more.
		Kuranda Rainforest Tours - operates informative and tropically beautiful rivercruises and rainforest walks in Kuranda, Tropical North Queensland.
	www.travelersdigest.com /kuranda.htm (140 words)

	Kuranda - Queensland - Australia - Travel - smh.com.au
		Now Kuranda is awash with shops and activities designed to entice the tourist dollar out of the tourist pocket.
		It was built by John Robb between 1886 and 1891 and is recognised as a masterpiece of railway engineering.
		Perhaps the perfect symbol of Kuranda's unswerving commitment to tourism is the way the Barron Falls are used.
	www.smh.com.au /news/Queensland/Kuranda/2005/02/17/1108500203490.html (608 words)

	Kuranda travel guide - Wikitravel
		Kuranda [1] is a small town in Far North Queensland in the Daintree National Park.
		As it is located very close to Cairns and the journey is scenic, it is an extremely popular day trip: the village is overflowing with visitors during the middle of each day.
		Kuranda is a small village, although somewhat hilly.
	wikitravel.org /en/Kuranda (649 words)

	Kuranda Australia - There is a lot to do in Kuranda
		The village of Kuranda, is situated in North Queensland, 25 km from Cairns.
		Kuranda, was a blast for us, we came together with the rest of the Contiki group and we saw our first Aboriginal traditional dancing there.
		In Kuranda you can do many things, but riding that sky-rail above the trees of the tropical rainforest and that scenic train that brought us back to Cairns are worthwhile things to do.
	www.globosapiens.net /travel-information/Kuranda-1016.html (716 words)

	Trek North - Kuranda with Train and Skyrail
		KURANDA VILLAGE with Scenic Rail and /or Skyrail Cableway
		A stay in Tropical North Queensland would not be complete without a visit to Kuranda Village, nestled high in the rainforest west of Cairns.
		Kuranda Village has a lot to offer, whether it be a stroll around the famous markets where you will find a variety of local arts and crafts or taking a rainforest walk along the many marked tracks or a 1 hour cruise on the Barron river.
	www.ozhorizons.com.au /qld/cairns/ctd/kuranda.htm (329 words)

	Australian Butterfly Sanctuary - Kuranda, Queensland, Australia
		As the butterflies are all rainforest species, the aviary is designed to re-create their natural habitat, complete with a running stream and the correct food plants on which the female can deposit their eggs.
		Knowing that a glimpse of these creatures lightens the hearts of all, he had a dream to create and environment where there was opportunity to experience these creatures in all their gracefulness and glory.
		On visiting Kuranda in 1968, Paul became acquainted with the locals, people and butterflies alike, and realised that the diversity and beauty of north Queensland tropical butterflies was equal to all those he had seen in Malaysia.
	www.fnq.worldtourism.com.au /AusButterflySanctuary (1365 words)

	kuranda - sunzine - queensland australia
		Kuranda, the village in the rainforest high above the coast on the edge of the Tablelands, has enticed visitors since its rail link with Cairns opened over a century ago.
		The Kuranda village streets are lined with small shops, galleries, restaurants, snack bars, old pubs, an orchid and palm display and an old timber church.
		A day or a stay in Kuranda is a true insight into the place long known to locals as "Fairyland".
	www.sunzine.net /farnorth/kuranda.html (360 words)

	Kuranda Hotel Motel :: Welcome to the Kuranda Hotel Motel
		Kuranda Village is set in the rainforest at the top of the magnificent Macalister Range.
		It is where you will find the world renowned Kuranda Sky Rail, travel the Kuranda rail and of course the Kuranda Pub.
		The Kuranda Sky Rail is one of the worlds great tourist attractions.
	www.kurandahotel.com.au (120 words)

	Kuranda Queensland Australia, Kuranda Skyrail
		Kuranda is a small community 400m above sea level and about 25 kms from Cairns and 75 kms from Port Douglas, surrounded by tropical rainforest, and easily accessible to the Great Barrier Reef.
		It has an established vibrant arts/crafts community, and is the destination village for Kuranda Skyrail and Kuranda Traveltrain.
		Kuranda is also a popular summer escape from the heat of the coastal strip.
	www.trinity-beach.com /kuranda.html (105 words)

	Kuranda Queensland Accommodation Australia, Kuranda Scenic Railway :: Ellis Beach (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Kuranda Village in tropical north queensland is a magnificent rainforest getaway, which comes alive on market days.
		The wondrous little settlement of Kuranda is located approximately 30 kilometres north west of Cairns.
		Tropical North Queensland is renowned for the striking bright blue Ulysses butterfly.
	www.ellis-beach.com /kuranda.html (561 words)

	Skyrail Kuranda Experience Queensland Australia :: Ellis Beach (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The magnificent SkyRail rainforest cableway in Tropical North Queensland is the essential rainforest experience during your Cairns or Ellis Beach Holidays, taking you to the delightful Kuranda township..
		The tallest tower is 40.5 metres (133 feet) high and all are built in isolated clearings of 10 metres (33 feet) square.
		Kuranda is 336 metres (1,100 feet) and Caravonica Lakes Station is 5 metres (16 feet) above sea level.
	www.ellis-beach.com /skyrail.html (575 words)

	Eco Tours Kuranda \| North Queensland \| Day Tours \| Rainforest \| Waterfalls \| Kuranda Day Tours
		Kuranda Eco Tours organise "Special - One Off" Group Day packages out of Cairns (and its Beaches) to and around Kuranda and back to Cairns.
		We are doing this in close working relationship with our Regional partners such as Queensland Rail, Skyrail, Rainforest Station, Tjapukai, Mareeba Wetlands and the attractions of Kuranda Village.
		Minimum of 4 hours in Kuranda Village with a pass to two attractions and a $15.00 meal / drink voucher at the Kuranda Trading Post Complex.
	www.ecotourskuranda.com.au (285 words)

	Kuranda Backpackers Hostel - Home page (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.netlab.uky.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Then a visit to the family run Kuranda Backpackers is a must.
		This spacious Queenslander built in 1907 has stunning leadlight windows, rooms to cater to everybody’s needs and is set on 1 ½ acres of spectacular tropical gardens with a relaxing pool.
		The journey to Kuranda is the start of your adventure.
	www.kurandabackpackershostel.com.cob-web.org:8888 (260 words)

	Kuranda - Places To Visit - Tropical North Queensland - Queensland Holidays
		There is plenty of accommodation to be found, and whether you are looking for a cosy bed and breakfast, a well maintained multi-choice accommodation and camping park, a hotel, a gorgeous resort, or a backpackers hostel, you'll find something here to suit everyone's tastes.
		Kuranda is well known as a day destination, but to truly enjoy all that this village has to offer, you really have to stay a few nights.
		Kuranda is also home to its well known markets, coffee shops and restaurants.
	www.queenslandholidays.com.au /destinations/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/kuranda (336 words)

	Kuranda Rainforest Day Tours - Kuranda Queensland Australia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Kuranda Village is a quaint little township in the rainforest, situated where both Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train journeys terminate.
		Kuranda Village is famous for arts and crafts and indigenous artifacts and the excellent attractions of the Butterfly Sanctuary, Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Aviary.
		The original Kuranda markets are held Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
	www.tropicalhorizonstours.com.au /site/kuranda (292 words)

	Queensland Rail - Kuranda trip from 92 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		It's named the "James Cook", in reference to the fact its number is also the same year that Cook first arrived in Australia.
		The brightly coloured locomotives of the 17 class of Queendland Rail have been done in indigeonous colours, after consultation with the locals.
		The first 3 images are at Kuranda Station environs (on "top of the range").
	www.trainorders.com /discussion/read.php?6,1256358 (489 words)

	Kuranda Palms - Self Contained Accomodation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		This secluded, self-contained holiday house is located right in the heart of Kuranda.
		Nestled in tropical rainforest the house offers the discerning traveller a unique opportunity to experience Australia's natural beauty, without breaking the budget.
		Kuranda Palms, 18 Rob Veivers Drive, Kuranda, Far North Queensland, 4881, Australia.
	www.kurandapalms.com (117 words)

	BATReach - Bat rescue and rehabilitation center
		This is a volunteer center run by Pam Tully in Kuranda, Queensland.
		It is funded solely by donations collected at the gate and all donations go towards feeding the animals in care and covering medical and veterinary costs to help heal the sick and injured.
		In 1999, after noticing that people walking past seemed horrified at the Flying Foxes in the recovery cages, comments like "uuuggh, look at those ghastly creatures!', she decided that the public needed educating and got the necessary permits to open up to the public and here is BatReach.
	www.batreach.cairns.tc (549 words)

	Kuranda Resort & Spa - Kuranda - Kuranda Resort & Spa Reviews - TripAdvisor (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.netlab.uky.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The resort was a great place for both adults and kids, the kids esp loved the swimming pools, spa and in house movie theatre.
		Off the beaten path is Kuranda, an almost unforgettable experience, humans and nature together as one, now I'm no tree hugger but this place gets you thinking.
		Our impression of the Kuranda Resort over two nights was of that of a failing business running at minimal capacity.
	www.tripadvisor.com.cob-web.org:8888 /Hotel_Review-g499666-d287517-Reviews-Flag_Kuranda_Rainforest_Resort-Kuranda_Queensland.html (742 words)

	Kuranda Cottage Rental, Luxury self-contained cottage in far North Queensland \| PerfectPlaces.com
		Kuranda Cottage Rental, Luxury self-contained cottage in far North Queensland
		Follow the driveway through the rainforest and across the creek, the cottage appears magestically at the top of the ridge.
		This Secluded, five star, self-contained luxury cottage is located adjacent to the magnificent World Heritage rainforests of the Kuranda Range in far North Queensland.
	www.perfectplaces.com /vacation-rentals/4332.htm (171 words)

	Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a scenic cableway running above the Barron Gorge National Park from the Cairns suburb of Caravonica to Kuranda, Queensland.
		The development of the Skyrail was controversial as some local residents believed that damage may be done to World Heritage listed rainforest [1].
		Skyrail offers packages where visitors can return from Kuranda via the Kuranda Scenic Railway or also visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal and Cultural Park, located next door to the Caravonica base station.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kuranda_Skyrail (118 words)

	Skyrail Cairns to Kuranda, Queensland Australia
		Here passengers can experience the forest floor via low impact board walks, view the spectacular Barron Gorge and Falls and learn about the environment you are visiting in the CSIRO Rainforest Interpretive Centre.
		However, once you are on Skyrail, the hustle and bustle of the word may as well be a thousand miles away.
		Clients have the option to board the cableway at either Caravonica Lakes, located (11) kilometres from the heart of Cairns, or at Kuranda where Skyrail is situated adjacent to the Kuranda Scenic Railway Station.
	www.castaway.com /wet_tropics_rainforest/skyrail.html (674 words)

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