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Name:
The Sphinx
Description:

Is a singular rock structure on Tresure Point, that when viewed from a particular angle, resembles an Egyptian Stone Sphinx. Located on the south east extremity of the Valley of the Kings. Name created by the original three who were jointly responsible for the name, The Gardens of Stone National Park, proposed by Rodney Falconer. The three were, Rodney Falconer, David Blackwell and Dr Haydn Washington, November 1984.

Maps:
  • Glen Alice
Grid Reference:
  • 261 325
Location:
Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area
Status:
Threatened
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 - The Sphinx

Dry Canyon in the Gardens of Stone