After we visited the art gallery, we explored a rich red rocky outcrop where we saw something very few are privileged to see - a sacred burial site where the ancient skeleton of a small Aboriginal were lying in a small hollow in the cliff. Out of respect we could not take any photos there, but I did take a photo of some beautiful rock art nearby, though am not sure if that was permitted. I only hope I am not doing the wrong thing by publishing it here.
The first photo shows one very high outcrop along that route where we saw evidence of practising throwing spears. Aboriginals from many generations were showing their prowess, by showing how high their spears could reach.
We then drove to a nearby waterway to enjoy a much-needed drink and picnic lunch. It was just so hot!
But we could not go too close to the water’s edge because there were crocodiles even there. So we were very surprised when a group of exuberant Aboriginal teenagers came whooping across the sand and settling down a couple of hundred metres from us, laughing and chattering - right near the water’s edge. We had been told that some children had been taken by crocodiles over the years, so I must confess I was very worried for them, even as I was delighted to see their carefree, happy play.
Next we visited a tranquil waterway, looking over it from a rocky platform. There we saw wild geese fly overhead and many waterbirds, and we clambered around admiring all the unique plant life.
At the end of that incredible glimpse of Arnhem Land, were were treated to a wonderful sunset. A fitting end to a day rich with amazing memories of colourful art, and a colourful land.
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| Our picnic spot |
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