South Australia, Administrative division in southern Australia.
South Australia is a state in the southern part of the country, stretching from the Indian Ocean to the desert regions inland. The coastal areas offer wine-growing regions with a Mediterranean climate, while large parts of the territory consist of dry plains and red outback.
The area was founded in 1836 as a British colony, without convicts being sent there. This decision set it apart from other Australian territories and attracted free settlers looking for new opportunities.
Adelaide, the state capital, hosts theaters, galleries, and concert halls that stay active throughout the year. The city organizes regular festivals for music, art, and literature that bring locals and travelers together.
The climate shifts between mild coastal areas and extremely hot summer temperatures inland, so plan around the season. The capital Adelaide serves as a starting point for trips to wine regions, national parks, and remote desert landscapes.
The region produces the overwhelming majority of Australian premium wines, particularly in the Barossa, Clare, and McLaren Vale valleys. These areas developed into centers for winemaking and tastings that draw visitors from many countries.
Location: Australia
Inception: December 28, 1836
Capital city: Adelaide
Elevation above the sea: 162 m
Shares border with: New South Wales, Queensland, Northern Territory, Western Australia, Victoria
Website: https://sa.gov.au
GPS coordinates: -30.00000,135.00000
Latest update: December 2, 2025 23:08
Adelaide Oval
642.9 km
Marree Man
243.9 km
Anna Creek station
329.6 km
Barossa Valley
626.7 km
Adelaide Hills
648 km
Wilpena Pound
378.8 km
The Bend Motorsport Park
726.7 km
Lake Eyre basin
534.2 km
State Library of South Australia
643.7 km
Mount Lofty
654 km
Acraman crater
228.6 km
Art Gallery of South Australia
643.8 km
Coorong National Park
796 km
Coonawarra
974.8 km
Hindmarsh Island bridge controversy
712.7 km
The Big Lobster
883.5 km
Adelaide Zoo
643.3 km
South Australian Museum
643.7 km
Yatala Labour Prison
637.9 km
Grenfell Centre
644 km
Adelaide Central Market
644.3 km
Adelaide Botanic Garden
643.9 km
Mount Gambier
1021.4 km
Naracoorte Caves National Park
949.7 km
Flinders Chase National Park
684.3 km
Mount Woodroffe
519.6 km
Mallala Motor Sport Park
591.9 km
Adelaide Gaol
642.6 kmReviews
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Port Adelaide Enfield
Port Augusta City Council
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City of Unley
City of Victor Harbor
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The Corporation of the City of Whyalla
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Alexandrina Council
The Barossa Council
Barunga West Council
The Berri Barmera Council
The District Council of Ceduna
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council
The District Council of Cleve
Coober Pedy
Copper Coast Council
District Council of Elliston
The Flinders Ranges Council
The District Council of Franklin Harbour
The Regional Council of Goyder
The District Council of Grant
Kangaroo Island Council
The District Council of Karoonda East Murray
The District Council of Kimba
Kingston District Council
The District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula
The District Council of Loxton Waikerie
Adelaide Plains Council
Mid Murray Council
Mount Barker District Council
District Council of Mount Remarkable
Naracoorte Lucindale Council
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The District Council of Orroroo Carrieton
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Renmark Paringa Council
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Tatiara District Council
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