generated by Uluru. Those who have
sensed its mystique need no convincing. It
is a unique natural, national icon set right
in the very heart of Australia, and is well
worth the pilgrimages made to it by
visitors from all parts of the globe each
year.
* * *
The Anangu's message is polite but emphatic. Here's how it's stated in the Cultural
Centre:
That's a really important sacred thing that you are climbing… You shouldn't climb. It's not
the real thing about this place. The real thing is listening to everything. And maybe that
makes you a bit sad. But anyway that's what we have to say. We are obliged by Tjukurpa to
say. And all the tourists will brighten up and say, 'Oh I see. This is the right way. This is the
thing that's right. This is the proper way: no climbing. 4
Those of us who support the clear wishes of the Anangu custodians can help by spreading
their message:
Wanyu Ulurunya tatintja wiyangku wantima - please don't climb Uluru.
ULURU
Image Credit: http://155.187.2.69/parks/uluru/culture/culture/index.html
Uluru is Australia's best known natural wonder and while climbing is discouraged, tourists
are welcome to visit. The best way to appreciate it without causing anyone offence is to
simply walk around it. Walks range from a 10.6 km-loop, which takes an estimated 3.5 hours,
to an easy 1 km walk, which takes approximately 45 minutes. And the neighbouring rocks of
Kata Tjuta should not be missed either.
KATA TJUTA
Image Credit: https://parksaustralia.gov.au/uluru/images/img17-banner-3000.jpg
4
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-06-03/maher-please-don27t-climb-uluru/4728726