Quinkan rock art, Aboriginal rock art galleries in Laura Basin, Australia.
The rock art extends across 230,000 hectares of sandstone plateaux near Laura, featuring red ochre paintings of people, animals, and mythical beings.
Research suggests these art galleries originated between 15,000 and 40,000 years ago, making them among the most ancient artistic expressions in Australia.
The paintings depict Quinkan spirit figures, including tall Timara beings and large-bodied Imjim figures, representing Aboriginal spiritual connections to the land.
Visitors can access Split Rock site independently for a fee, while other locations require guided tours through the Quinkan Regional Cultural Centre.
Local Aboriginal rangers and researchers continue to discover approximately 100 new rock art sites each year within the Laura Basin region.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -15.81670,144.41700
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:10
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