NT a big Insta hit
THE Territory’s natural beauty has swept the globe as several outback images on Instagram amass thousands of likes.
Tourism NT’s Instagram page @AusOutbackNT has announced the top 10 most liked Territory pictures of 2018 with the most popular image receiving more than 8000 likes from users across the world.
A photo of Mataranka’s glistening turquoise thermal pools, snapped by user @savvy_social topped the list with 8300 likes and counting.
The face behind @savvy_social Mel Brautigam was excited to share images of the NT’s stunning landscape.
“The wet season is a magical time to explore our backyard as everything is lush and green and our waterholes are fresh,” she said.
“I was born in Darwin and have lived in the Territory my whole life and am still left in awe when exploring the NT.
“Everyone should become a Territory ambassador and share the best of their experiences via the NTaustralia hashtag.”
The Mataranka region has been the centre of attention this year.
In July an image of Bitter Springs received more than one million likes after the image was shared by Instagram’s official account.
Uluru was the most photographed destination with six of the 10 top images showcasing the landmark.
Tourism and Culture Minister Lauren Moss was in awe of the images.
“The Territory’s spectacular natural beauty is like nowhere else on the planet,” she said.
“From the Top End to the Red Centre, the Territory offers an abundance of unique natural landscapes, attractions and experiences.”