2.21Ha approx 6 acrs rainforest block. Numerous building sites seasonal creek handy to all public transport for schools Ganyan drive has numerous quality homes. Zoned rural residential Raod frontage rear boundry’s side boundry’s KURANDA, KURANDA KURANDA
A village in the rainforest

The picturesque village of Kuranda was officially surveyed on the 23rd October, 1888 and is situated 27km from Cairns, between 1,000 and 1,500 feet above sea level. The Kuranda village has seen many episodes in its colourful history, from the railway which began in 1885 to the recently completed Skyrail. Kuranda is known for its cool climate and lush tropical rainforest which attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists each year, substantially swelling the population by day. At night, the rainforest peace returns, making this an idyllic place to live a tranquil lifestyle.

Tourism came to Kuranda in the 1920s and the Kuranda village became well known as a romantic destination for the honeymoon couples! They would arrive by train and then would row across the Barron River to Fairyland end of Fairyland Road and Paradise Paradise in the Rainforest on the right hand side 2 km before the Kennedy Highway bridge. This continued until the Second World War which ended the tourism industry.

Plenty of business and employment opportunities in tourism attract increasing numbers to settle here, creating a vibrant and cosmopolitan community full of colourful characters. The current population is approximately 6,500 including the outlaying rural areas and is rapidly growing. There are acre village blocks, 1 acre lots in the immediate residential areas and 5 acre lots in the rural surrounds.

In the early 70s, Kuranda once again became known as a tourist destination with its title The Village in the Rainforest and Kuranda was promoted as the air conditioned suburb of Cairns. The Kuranda village has now grown to become an international tourist destination and provides an attractive climate away from the humidity of Cairns in a beautiful rainforest environment.

Professionals Kuranda are proud to be a part of community and strives to provide a vital service to the Kuranda and surrounds population

KURANDA TOURIST INFORM ATION
Kuranda is a romantic village, shrouded by pristine rainforest and nestled alongside the mighty Barron River and the big boisterous Barron Falls. Tourism had its foundations in Kuranda before 1920. The Cairns Post circa 1921 had this to say about Kuranda, no township in the world has such splendour within its environs, no wonder that journalists, authors, artists and poets have tried to express in permanent form, the emotions which it has stirred within them; this statement remains as true today as when it was written. First settled by Europeans in 1885 and then connected to Cairns by rail in 1891, Kuranda quickly earned a well-deserved reputation as a premium visitor destination, a cool mountain retreat removed from the sweltering heat and humidity of the tropical coast. Today Kuranda is known as the village in the rainforest an exciting vibrant community on Cairns’ doorstep.
Kuranda is a pulsating township that exudes a bohemian character. Kuranda’ s natural beauty, prolific wild life and embracing year round climate has mesmerised people of all ages, creeds cultures. An atmosphere of kinship surfaces then radiates from the picturesque village, a community united in its love of Kuranda and her tranquillity. Kuranda sees a diverse multi-cultural population come together as a bonded community; today, exhibited by all to few other places in the world. Kuranda citizenry’s passion for home and habitat dominos into a generous community spirit, where neighbours sincerely care for each other in a measure from a bygone era; a return to an age of grace.
Kuranda is a Mecca for artists of every genre painters; sculptors, visual artists, musicians, and thespians. Kuranda enjoys a burgeoning cottage industry community, people inspired by its majesty and drawn by its charm. Gifted artisans and crafts people market their hand made wares from quaint shops, studios and bazaars where the artist, artisan, miner or crafts person by being on-hand, provides the visitor with the opportunity to buy, first hand. Do something daring buy original and be different. Every lady still drawing breath will fall in love with Kuranda’s shopping; language is no barrier as most staff are multilingual. She will discover unique jewellers who create from rare diamonds coloured with hues of rose champagne. Look on as the jeweller turns and polishes opal then facets gem stones. Tour Kuranda and unearth aromatic leatherwear of distinction, alluring pelts taken from the kangaroo, crocodile, barramundi, emu and flamboyant sea snakes. Artwork may be found everywhere on canvas, ceramics, glass, metals, textiles, earthenware, stoneware, terracotta and clay pots. Hideaway antiques stores and photo galleries must be prospected for that special little, stumble upon. Rainforest timbers with richly coloured grains are shaped and sculptured as you watch on. Stylish boutiques and market stalls offer garments reflecting the colours, culture and lifestyle of Kuranda. Souvenir an inexpensive t-shirt or treat yourself to a one-off, hand sewn creation by a local couturier.
Kuranda Heritage Markets and The Original Kuranda Markets provide a timeless wander through a beautiful rainforest setting where you may also observe artists at work and sample the local produce, picked at sunrise by the same farmer standing before you, ready to serve. The rainforest setting has been and continues to be an inspiration for artists. Kuranda over the years has attracted some of the world’s best artists to reside in or near the village. The newly formed artist co-operative is a showcase for the unique and individualistic talents of Kurandas well known and yet to be discovered artists. The arts Co-operative is a unique space where the very highest quality art can be viewed and purchased, situated in the centre of the village it presents only the work of Kuranda crafts people.
Each year, in late October, Kuranda lets its hair down for the Kuranda Festival, two days of artistic fun and frivolity where locals and visitors alike are drawn to celebrate all of the wonders vis-a vis the village in the rainforest.
Kuranda will delight the connoisseur; here again Kuranda’s artistic backdrop becomes apparent. Restaurants and coffee shops; naturally sidewalk or alfresco to avail diners with the pleasures presented by the therapeutic indulgence of liberated mountain air and panoramic rainforest scenery; serve the flavoursome local fare with both flair and panache. Kuranda caters to all palates and bestows a smorgasbord of choices upon diners. Decide whether to put away matchless international cuisine, ala Carte or buffet. Choices for lunch and dinner abound, barbeque or bistro, flame grills, carverys, wood fired pizzerias or brassieres. Licensed and bring-your-own. Savour seafood, pasta, vegetarian, sizzling steaks, light continental meals or Australian bush tucker, crocodile, water buffalo, kangaroo and emu all tendered in a relaxed casual atmosphere and ambience, upon balconies and wide colonial verandahs. A thriving caf society exists, from early morning; join the locals for brekkie, a gossip or to debate world affairs.
The Honey House constructed with see-through walls, like a glass bottomed boat, allows you to view actual working bee hives whilst you partake in a spot of sampling at their honey tasting bar or devour Devonshire teas, pumpkin scones or good old Aussie damper served with lashings of assorted honeys and cream, at your table. Ice Cream Barons closely guard their secret tropical recipes from the first lick inquisitive as they tempt the taste buds of the passing parade with exotic flavours such as custard apple, mango, avocado, jaboticaba, macadamia nut or black sapote the black pudding fruit, in addition to all of your traditional favourites. The Kuranda Candy Kitchen educates a captivated throng in the art of yummy old fashion candy making, in a store nearby.
Kuranda lacks for nothing possessing a post office, pharmacy, newsagency, supermarket, Real estate offices, Internet cafs, banks, foreign exchanges, photo galleries, souvenir shops and all medical services. There is always an exhibition on somewhere in town. In 1979 the Kuranda Amphitheatre was carved out of the hills by a dedicated group of local musicians, performers and eccentric individuals. This 3,500 seat tropical outdoor venue has over the years, attracted some of Queensland, Australia and the World’s finest performers, for some truly memorable concerts.
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