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Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park reveals the rugged geological drama of Australia's northern landscape. Towering rust-red sandstone cliffs rise dramatically from the tranquil waters, their stratified rock faces carved by millennia of erosion and ancient geological forces. Massive granite boulders scatter across the riverbank, creating a textured foreground of angular stone fragments against the smooth blue-green water. Sparse vegetation clings to the cliff edges, highlighting the harsh yet beautiful ecosystem of the Northern Territory's remote wilderness. The late afternoon light bathes the rock formations in warm ochre tones, casting subtle shadows that accentuate the intricate textures and layered geological history of this remarkable landscape. This vista powerfully captures the untamed spirit of Australia's northwestern landscapes, showcasing the raw beauty of a terrain shaped by water, wind, and time.