Cairns

Description

Cairns is a regional city located in the far north of Queensland, Australia and is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. With its warm tropical climate and incredibly beautiful scenery, this fun and vibrant coastal city is a popular holiday destination with both local and international tourists alike. Bordered by the Great Barrier Reef, mountains of the Great Dividing Range and a number of nearby attractions there is definitely no shortage of things to do and see in Cairns. The choices are endless, with World Heritage Listed Sites in any direction you choose to explore. The city is home to a small Muslim population, and therefore Muslim visitors will be able to locate Muslim-friendly facilities in the Cairns.

Whether it’s a thrilling, adventure filled holiday you are looking for or just a relaxing break, the city offers its visitors a magical experience like no other. The Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest and most beautiful coral reef system should be on every visitor’s list as a definite must-visit. This spectacular coral reef is the only living thing on earth that can be seen from space. It is home to a diverse array of beautiful marine life. Visitors can choose to experience it in many different ways, such as taking a scenic flight over the area, enjoying a relaxing cruise, and for the more adventurous traveler, kayaking, diving and snorkeling are also possible.

The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is another must see attraction when in Cairns. The gondola cabins glide over 7.5 kilometers of pristine rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park, from Smithfield to Kurunda.  Nature lovers have numerous national parks and nature reserves to choose from when in Cairns. Daintree Rainforest, Daintree National Park, Fitzroy Island National Park and Davies Creek National Park are some of the parks visitors could explore while here. Cairns is a must-visit outdoor destination when in Australia, with many adventurous activities to enjoy and experience it is truly a fun place to visit with family or friends.      

Nearby Airports

The closest major airport serving the city of Cairns is the Cairns International Airport, located approximately 4.6 kilometres away from the city center. It is the fifth busiest airport in Australia and has an international terminal and a domestic terminal. The airport is the ideal first port of call when traveling to Australia; due to its location. Travelers can use the bus, taxi or rent a car to get to their destination from the airport.

Halal Restaurants

Muslim visitors need not worry about finding Halal food in Cairns as the city does have a few Halal restaurants catering to its small Muslim community. Nando’s, Aussie Kebab, Ali Baba Kebab, Mado Café and Restaurant and Tandoori Nights are the restaurants serving Halal cuisine in Cairns. Muslims dining at any of these restaurants will have to check on its Halal status prior to ordering. Visitors could also make some inquiries at the mosque about finding other Halal restaurants in Cairns. Muslim travelers should be aware that some of these restaurants may serve alcohol.

Mosques

Muslim travelers will be able to locate prayer facilities in Cairns, as the city is known to have a mosque. Cairns Mosque, also known as Abou Bakr Asdeek Mosque, is located in the suburb of North Cairns and is the only mosque in Cairns. It is therefore frequently used by the small local Muslim community in Cairns, as well as by Muslims from the nearby cities. 

Things to Do and See in Cairns

• Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• Baron Falls
• Cairns Convention Centre
• Great Barrier Reef
• Daintree Rainforest
• Cairns Tropical Zoo
• Daintree National Park
• Fitztroy Island
• Fitzroy Island National Park
• Davies Creek National Park
• Stoney Creek Falls