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Seeing the impressive Twelve Apostles Victoria

By Isabelle 8 Comments

Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

The Twelve Apostles are a collection of limestone rock stacks popping out of the water in Port Campbell National Park, between Princetown and Peterborough on the Great Ocean Road. The apostles were formed by erosion, gradually eroded by the weather conditions the soft limestone formed caves in the cliffs, that then became arches, which collapsed, leaving rock stacks up to 45 meters high. The formation became known as the Twelve Apostles, even though there were never twelve stacks.

Driving along the Great Ocean Road, I didn`t expect to see other beautiful natural wonders like the London Arch, Loch Ard Gorge etc and Twelve Apostles was the one I was looking out for. When we first saw the Twelve Apostles, the light wasn`t the best. It was still impressive, but I wasn`t blown away like I was expecting to. However, we had the opportunity to pass by again two days later late morning and with that light I did have the feeling of being in awe.

Twelve Apostles Victoria

Twelve Apostles Victoria

Twelve Apostles Victoria

Twelve Apostles Victoria

Quick Note: you`re not alone here, on the rest of the Great Ocean Road, the stops we made were never crowded, however the 12 Apostles are the main highlight for many and everyone wants their moment.

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Comments

  1. Chris says

    September 20, 2012 at 6:09 am

    Easy to say that Australia sure has some rocking coastline that’s worth a visit

    Reply
  2. Jeremy Branham says

    September 20, 2012 at 6:44 pm

    I’ve seen photos of this place many times. Very beautiful! However, I haven’t made it to Australia yet so hopefully I will get there one day.

    Reply
    • Isabelle says

      September 21, 2012 at 3:29 am

      It`s an amazing country, so I hope you can make it here soon!

      Reply
  3. Great Ocean Road says

    September 21, 2012 at 12:55 am

    Isabelle, you picked a great day to visit. Great photos.

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    • Isabelle says

      September 21, 2012 at 3:54 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  4. Erica from Livingif.com says

    November 23, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    We spent the beginning of this year in Australia and loved the Great Ocean Road. It seems you got a perfect day for the 12 Apostles, thanks for sharing your stunning photography!

    Reply
    • Isabelle says

      November 23, 2012 at 1:38 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply

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