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Big Things Capital of the World · Big Things & Roadside Attractions

Australia boasts over 150 "Big Things," making it the Big Things Capital of the World. It features a national obsession with these oversized icons, mapped routes, and a massive circumnavigation called The Big Lap (15,000 km). Famous icons include the Big Banana (Coffs Harbour), Big Pineapple (Queensland), and Big Merino (New South Wales). The categories include food (40+), animals (30+), people (20+), and objects (60+). Infrastructure is rated 8/10 with official maps, apps, and merchandise. Most attractions are free with some charging AUD 5-20. Key features include Big Things passport stamps and annual additions, with a popular Instagram hashtag #BigThingsOfAustralia. This is commonly combined with beach towns and outback experiences.