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Unusual Attractions in Coober Pedy

Coober Pedy, Australia

Coober Pedy

An opal mining town in the middle of Australia where people live, worship, and shop underground.

Coober Pedy, Australia

Crocodile Harry's Underground Nest & Dugout

This eccentric cave dwelling is bizarre even by the standards of a subterranean town.

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Dingo Fence

The longest fence in the world stretches over 3,000 miles to keep the dingoes out.

10 miles from Coober Pedy

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Scientists and volunteers spent more than 100 hours scouring the Australian outback for the rare daisy.

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