, also known as '''Ayers Rock''', is a large Sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory , central Australia . It lies southwest of the nearest large town, Alice Springs ; by road. Kata Tjuta and are the two major features of the National Park . is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara , the Aboriginal People of the area. It has many springs, Waterhole s, rock caves and ancient paintings. is listed as a World Heritage Site for its natural and man-made attributes.
The local Pitjantjatjara people call the landmark ' is a Retroflex Approximant , as used by some American English speakers.
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