JOURNAL ARTICLE

Sunny disposition.

  • Published In: Australian Geographic, 2026, n. 190. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: TIM 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on celestial events in Australia that attract visitors, particularly during the summer solstice. It highlights several landmarks, including the Belfry Cave in Capricorn Caves, where sunlight directly illuminates the cave at midday on the solstice; Wallagoot Gap beach, where the sun's rays shine through a narrow gap to light up a natural amphitheater; and the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, which features a beam of light that illuminates a specific inscription on Remembrance Day. The article emphasizes the cultural significance of these events and locations, contrasting them with the more widely known Stonehenge in the UK. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Australian Geographic. 2026/01, Issue 190, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0816-1658
  • Accession Number:190250557
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