Kata Tjuta and the Valley of the Wind
Kata Tjuta and the valley of the wind
The valley of the wind… I’m a little bit ashamed that I didn’t realize earlier. I just though “hey, sounds nice, I like the name”. It took Cassie asking “have you seen the movie Nausicaa of the valley of the wind? Myiasaki find some of its inspiration here”. And then, I realize. Uluru’s shape, from a certain angle, remind me the Omu (the giant insect). Even the name, Omu, sounds like Emu in english… the shape of the mountain, a landscape that looks really organic… yes, Nausicaa is everywhere around us.
The day started with a sunrise. Who says sunrise says wake up early. Much to early. For a second day in a row. As for the sunset yesterday, sunrise is the reason for a big gathering of more that 50 people (yes, it’s harder to come for a sunrise than a sunset). But I have a place that I like, where I can enjoy the landscape. When the sun is a little bit upper in the sky, and breakfast is eaten, we can take the road to Kata Tjuta.
It’s quite hard to find the good word to describe Kata Tjuta. After Uluru yesterday, I didn’t know what to expect. I discovered something completely different. More sacred than Uluru, definitely not as known. Only two areas are open to the public. That’s more than enough!
After Kata Tjuta, Cassie drive us back to Uluru, for a quick visit of the cultural center (photo forbidden) before giving us a short guided walk. A few geological explanation about the rock, but mainly cultural/historical explanation from an aboriginal point of view. We discover an other side of the rock, that I like even more. Once again, I can feel it. Deep inside me. Like a deep slow vibration.
Back to the bus for a couple of hours driving. Going to Kings Canyon, on tomorrows planning. This time, we’re alone at the campground. No other group. Quiet evening with an other campfire. And as I do have my fire staff and some kerosene left over…