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<p>The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) stretches 1930 kilometers from the mouth of the Fly River in Western Papua to Breaksea Spit off Bundaberg, and is one of the world's great wonders. It is the largest thing ever built, composed of skeletons of coral polyps &amp; tiny sea creatures which have built up over the years. About 350 species of coral can be found ranging from irredescent orange to mesmerizing blues. It's estimated that 1400 fish have made their home among this fragile ecosystem. Groper in the area are said to grow to 200kilograms.</p>

<div class="center"><img src="images/gbr03.jpg" alt="Great Barrier Reef" /></div>

<p>The main concentration of resorts can be found on the Whitsunday Passage, which is a relaxing stretch of water ideal for taking day cruises along. One of the islands is the largest island national park in the world.</p>

<h2>Notable Islands of the GBR:</h2>

<ul> <li>Bedarra Island</li> <li>Brampton Island</li> <li>Daydream Island</li> <li>Dunk Island</li> <li>Green Island</li> <li>Great Keppel Island</li> <li>Hayman Island</li> <li>Heron Island</li> <li>Hichinbrook Island</li> </ul>

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