About a hour drive west of Sydney, Australia are the beautiful Blue Mountains. Often called Australia's Grand Canyon, the range boasts gorges up to 760 meters deep and the eucalyptus leaves of the forest create the effect of a blue hue over the region. The Three Sisters are the best known rock formations in the region. The three pointed range can be easily enjoyed from the viewing platforms or hikers can take a small footbridge direct to the range. A large part of the Blue Mountains are recognized as a World Heritage Site with seven national parks and a conservation reserve.
Alex skipped the summer weather and the Independence Day activities in the U.S. and instead spent the day exploring this exquisite region of New South Wales instead. A bus tour from Sydney, on one of the coldest days of the year in Australia, allowed us to escape the hustle of the big city and gave Alex a chance to run, jump and climb in the land Down Under. The day was highlighted by the cable car ride giving the best views while brushing the treetops. Alex was ready to ride again and again.
