The stone spectacle of Wave Rock is one of the natural wonders of Where the Rivers Begin. Thousands of tourist have stood in awe beneath the “lip” of the 15-meter high wave frozen at the point of breaking.
The feature actually consists of two rocks. The wave effect has been created over 2,700 million years by the weathering of an overhanging wall attached to the northern side of a granite formation known as Hyden Rock.
The colors which streak the face of the rock, adding to its wave-like character, are the result of chemical deposits washed from the rock.
There are also other attractions including Aboriginal hand paintings and distinctive rock formations within walking distance.
At Anderson Rocks, north of Hyden, there is a granite formation with the unusual feature of 3 gnamma (water) holes.
The rural town of Narembeen, 54km north of Kondinin, gained its name from an Aboriginal word meaning “Emu Hill”. History of the district is traced in the Old Church Museum and Outdoor Museum, while a well which was used by the pioneers is still in use at Emu Hill to the west.
The farming district of Kulin, 23km south of Kondinin, is a convenient stopover for travelers between Perth and Esperance.
Near Kulin are the spectacular Jilakin monolith, the sculptured Buckley’s Breakaway and Dragon Rocks Nature Reserve.
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