The Twelve Apostles

[Audio] The Twelve Apostles. By Ethar Mahmoud.. Twelve Apostles | Rock Formation, Australia, Description, & Facts | Britannica.

[Audio] Introduction. Originally named 'Sow and Piglets', The Twelve Apostles are rock pillars which are located along the coast of Port Campbell National Park, Victoria, along the Great Ocean Road in the west of Melbourne. Out of the 12, 8 are left. It is the 2nd largest Marine National Park in Victoria, and is an area rich in history, culture, and Aboriginal Dreamtime stories..

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[Audio] Significance to the Indigenous people. The Twelve Apostles have a great history and a strong affiliation with the Indigenous communities. The Great Ocean Road was built on land owned by several tribes which highlights the extreme importance of the formations. The Twelve Apostles are primarily located on the traditional lands of the Gunditjmara people, and serve as a link to the Dreamtime stories and ancestral heritage of the Indigenous people, reinforcing their cultural identity and connection to the land..

[Audio] Conclusion. In conclusion, the Twelve Apostles, with their geological beauty and reflective Indigenous heritage, are a testament to the connection between the land and its people, highlighting the significance of preserving this unique, natural, and cultural site..