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In this video following topics are discussed:
UPSC Geography Preparation
UPSC Map Questions
Australia Map for UPSC
New Zealand Geography UPSC
UPSC Map Study
Physical Geography UPSC
Australia:
Geographical Location:
Australia is the sixth-largest country in the world, located in the Southern Hemisphere between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.
Capital:
The capital city of Australia is Canberra, located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), while Sydney is the largest city.
States and Territories:
Australia is divided into 6 states: New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia.
There are also 2 territories: Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Northern Territory.
Great Barrier Reef:
The Great Barrier Reef is located off the coast of Queensland in the Coral Sea. It is the world’s largest coral reef system.
Lake Eyre:
Lake Eyre (also known as Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre) is the largest salt lake in Australia and is located in South Australia.
Deserts:
Australia is home to many deserts, including the Simpson Desert, Great Victoria Desert, and Great Sandy Desert.
The Outback is a term used to describe the arid central region of Australia.
Important Rivers:
Major rivers in Australia include the Murray River (flows through New South Wales and Victoria) and the Darling River (flows through New South Wales).
Australia’s Major Mountain Ranges:
The Great Dividing Range is the longest mountain range in Australia, running parallel to the eastern coast.
Famous Landmarks:
Uluru (also known as Ayers Rock), a giant sandstone monolith, is located in the Northern Territory and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are prominent landmarks in New South Wales.
Bays and Gulfs:
Bass Strait separates Victoria from Tasmania.
Gulf of Carpentaria is located to the north of Queensland and Northern Territory.
New Zealand:
Geographical Location:
New Zealand is located in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia, comprising the North Island and South Island, along with over 700 smaller islands.
Capital:
The capital of New Zealand is Wellington, located at the southern tip of the North Island.
Major Cities:
The largest city is Auckland, located on the North Island.
Mountain Ranges:
The Southern Alps run through the South Island and are home to Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak (3,724 meters).
The Taupo Volcanic Zone in the North Island contains several active volcanoes.
Famous Lakes:
Lake Taupo (North Island) is the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand.
Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hawea are located on the South Island.
Rivers:
The Mighty Waikato River is the longest river in New Zealand, flowing through the North Island.
The Clutha River is the longest river in the South Island.
Important Islands:
Stewart Island (or Rakiura) is located south of the South Island.
Chatham Islands are located to the east of the South Island.
Coastal Features:
Cook Strait separates the North Island from the South Island.
Foveaux Strait separates Stewart Island from the South Island.
National Parks and UNESCO Sites:
Fiordland National Park (South Island) is famous for its stunning fjords like Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound.
Tongariro National Park (North Island) is one of the world’s oldest national parks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its volcanic landscapes.
Climate:
New Zealand has a predominantly temperate climate. The North Island is warmer, while the South Island is cooler with significant snowfall in the southern regions.