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Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)

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Karlu Karlu, also called the Devils Marbles, is a field of large rounded granite boulders in Australia's Northern Territory, south of Tennant Creek. Weathering and erosion divided exposed granite into blocks and gradually rounded their surfaces, producing balanced and clustered formations. The site is protected within Karlu Karlu / Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve and has deep cultural and spiritual significance for its Aboriginal custodians.

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Where are Karlu Karlu, the Devils Marbles?

Karlu Karlu is a granite boulder field in Australia's Northern Territory, south of Tennant Creek along the Stuart Highway ([Northern Territory Parks](https://nt.gov.au/parks/find-a-park/karlu-karlu-devils-marbles-conservation-reserve)). It is protected as the Karlu Karlu / Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve.

How did the Devils Marbles become round?

The boulders began as exposed granite that fractured into blocks, then weathering and erosion rounded their edges and surfaces. The same process left some blocks balanced in clusters, which gives Karlu Karlu its distinctive appearance.

Why is Karlu Karlu culturally important?

Karlu Karlu is a sacred cultural landscape connected with the Warumungu, Kaytetye, Alyawarre, and Warlpiri traditional owners. Official ownership was returned to traditional owners in a ceremony on 27 October 2008.

Can visitors walk and camp at Karlu Karlu?

Visitors can follow informal self-guided tracks and stay in designated camping areas at the reserve ([Northern Territory tourism](https://northernterritory.com/tennant-creek-and-barkly-region/destinations/karlu-karlu--devils-marbles-conservation-reserve)). Check the Northern Territory Parks Visitor Pass and current fire or access notices before travelling.

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