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Name

The Olgas were named in honor of the Queen of Spain after people of European descent "discovered" it in 1872.

Kata Tjuta (kah-tah tzhoo'-tah) is the local Anangu Aborigine people's name for The Olgas. It means "many heads".

Today, Kata Tjuta, no longer Olgas, is the official name. I use the old name on my website because the vast majority of international travelers know it only by that name.

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Trails

The Olgas have two major walking trails. Each lets you see this wonder up close:

Valley of the Winds
The 7 kilometer (4 mile) loop trail takes 3 to 4 hours. It has two excellent viewpoints.

Olga Gorge
This "go there and doubleback" trail is quicker and easier, though somewhat less stunning. It's about 2 kilometers (1 mile) in length.

Note: Rangers may close the Valley of the Winds trail when temperatures become scorching.

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