Brisbane is the state capital of the Australian state of Queensland with an estimated population of approx 2 million people. Home to the Aboriginal people for 60,000 + years, the oldest surviving culture today. Sub-tropical Brisbane is a mix of glittering high-rises, gardens, rain forests and historical and modern life.
It was quite amazing to see how the people of Australia pulled together to clean up after the devastating floods that occurred only 4 weeks ago.
It was quite amazing to see how the people of Australia pulled together to clean up after the devastating floods that occurred only 4 weeks ago.
The day began touring the Mt. Coot-tha Botanical Gardens where a short jaunt through the grounds brought us to the Japanese area of the gardens.
The day concluded at Riverlife Mirrabooka, located on Kangaroo Point. We were warmly greeted by the local Brisbane Aboriginal Tribe and gained insight into the Aboriginal life, both past and present.
Traditional song and dance, passed on for thousands of years were performed by descendants of the local Yuggera Tribe, using Aboriginal instruments, such as the didgeridoo and clap sticks.
Witness traditional fire starting techniques using only sticks and dry brush.
Giving thanks to the Aboriginal people for their warm welcome
Giving thanks to the Aboriginal people for their warm welcome
Thought of myself standing in the circle with you, feeling the vibration of the tribal music and letting the smoke wash over me in this down under setting.
ReplyDeleteI love the different scarves you are wearing so becomingly.