Warum besitzt Australien diese riesige leere Insel?

Why does Australia have a huge, empty island? This is one of the most extreme islands in the world. It's almost three times the size of Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, yet it has a smaller population than Stuttgart. While Sicily is home to around five million people, this island has a population of just 570,000. And that's with a vast area that would make it a medium-sized country in Europe. And that's not even the most incredible part. It's one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. Almost half of it is officially protected. There are forests here that no human has ever set foot on. Rivers that aren't shown in detail on any map. Mountains whose peaks are virtually unknown. The air is considered some of the cleanest in the world, comparable only to that of Antarctica. And all this is located in the heart of a highly developed, industrialized Western nation. We're talking about Tasmania, Australia's smallest and southernmost state, which is all too often overlooked, even though it's considered a gateway to the Arctic. ``` But why was this vast island never truly settled? What role did the infamous penal colonies and the dark Black War play? Why is Tasmania often described as one of the craziest places on earth? And why is the island suddenly considered one of the world's most exciting travel destinations? We'll explore all these fascinating questions in today's video! Enjoy! Business Mail: [email protected]