Southern Cross
Australia · State of Western AustraliaAU
Constellation in the southern celestial hemisphere
Crux is a constellation of the southern sky that is centred on four bright stars in a cross-shaped asterism commonly known as the Southern Cross. It lies on the southern end of the Milky Way's visible band. The name Crux is Latin for cross. Though it is the smallest of all 88 modern constellations, Crux is among the most easily distinguished, as each of its four main stars has an apparent visual magnitude brighter than +2.8. It has attained a high level of cultural significance in many Southern Hemisphere states and nations.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 680
- Coordinates
- -31.227, 119.324
- Timezone
- Australia/Perth
Overview of Southern Cross
Southern Cross belongs to State of Western Australia, Australia and has the feel of a tiny locality. Its resident count stands at approximately 680. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Its strongest draws are family and nightlife. It lies in the southern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Southern Cross
Family in Southern Cross
(1)For family, expect Playgrounds. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Southern Cross.
Nightlife in Southern Cross
(1)Nightlife in Southern Cross covers Music. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Southern Cross's own activity tags.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in State of Western Australia plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Australia/Perth on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Southern Cross that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Southern Cross known for?
- Travellers associate Southern Cross with family and nightlife. It sits in State of Western Australia, Australia and counts about 680 residents.
- What can you do in Southern Cross?
- Southern Cross is tagged with Playgrounds and Music, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Southern Cross located?
- Southern Cross belongs to State of Western Australia, Australia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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