Wurrwurrwuy, Indigenous cultural heritage site in Yirrkala, Australia
The stone arrangements at Wurrwurrwuy span 1.41 hectares and consist of three distinct groups depicting boats, structures, and traditional living patterns.
Aboriginal artists Yumbul and Dhatalamirri created the stone arrangements in the nineteenth century to document interactions with Macassan traders.
The stone pictures represent vessels, drying houses, and fire pits used by Macassan people for trepang processing along the Northern Territory coast.
Visitors can access the site through designated pathways and learn about cross-cultural exchanges through informational displays and guided interpretation.
These stone arrangements stand out as secular representations rather than ceremonial artwork, providing detailed insights into maritime activities and cultural connections.
Location: Northern Territory
Location: East Arnhem Region
GPS coordinates: -12.33110,136.93280
Latest update: March 19, 2025 15:17
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