Did you know that there is an entire town in Australia which is mostly underground?
The town of Coober Pedy in Australia is built primarily underground, and even though its located far into the interior of the country, visiting it is an unforgettable experience.
Coober Pedy has just under 2,000 residents. The town was built in the early 1900s after opal was discovered in the area.
If it weren’t for opal mining, this town would never exist. Why is this? Well, Coober Pedy is located in Southern Australia’s brutal interior. Here, temperatures regularly exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the summer.
Because of this extreme heat, the majority of dwellings and buildings in Coober Pedy is underground.
Tourists in Coober Pedy can visit some of the opal mines, which are open to visitors. They can also experience the unique thrill of staying in an underground hotel.
The Desert Cave Hotel in Coober Pedy is a luxurious four star option which is complete with an underground bar and pool.
If you are looking to tour the Australian Outback, be sure to add Coober Pedy to your list of things to see!
