Uluru

Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is one of the most recognizable natural features in Australia. Jutting up 1,142 feet out of the plains of central Australia, the site attracts thousands of tourists each year. The mountain is a sacred place to the local Pitjantjatjara people. This, along with it's many ancient paintings, made Uluru a World Heritage Site. The name Uluru comes from the Pitjantjatjara people though that word has no particular meaning in their language.

You can reach Uluru by plane via the nearby Ayers Rock Airport. Once there, there are scenic viewing areas and areas to go hiking or climbing.