South Australia
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South Australia is one of the six states of Australia. Its Capital is Adelaide.
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[change] Location
South Australia is in the southern central part of the country. It is one of the driest parts of the continent. South Australia gets very little rain.
[change] Appearence
The state has a total land area of 984,377 km² (380,070 sq mi). It is the fourth largest of Australia's states and territories. 1.5 million people live in South Australia.
[change] History
South Australia was a freely-settled, planned British province. Settlement began on December 28, 1836. This was when the state was proclaimed at The Old Gum Tree by Governor Hindmarsh. The aim was to create the province as a center of civilization for free immigrants, promising civil liberties and religious tolerance.
[change] Modern day
Today, the state is known for its festivals and fine wine.
| States and territories of Australia |
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| States |
| New South Wales • Queensland • South Australia • Tasmania • Victoria • Western Australia |
| Territories |
| Mainland: Australian Capital Territory • Jervis Bay Territory • Northern Territory |
| Overseas: Ashmore and Cartier Islands • Australian Antarctic Territory • Norfolk Island • Christmas Island • Cocos (Keeling) Islands • Coral Sea Islands • Heard and McDonald Islands |
