Stokes Hill
Highlights
- Explore Stokes Hill's rich history, named after HMS Beagle's commander, connecting you to Darwin's maritime legacy.
- Discover the Larrakia people's heritage, where spiritual connections to the Tawny Frog-mouthed Owl enrich your visit.
- Wander through stunning natural landscapes, inviting you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Darwin's surroundings.
- Experience the cultural significance of Chinute Chinute, deepening your understanding of local Indigenous stories and traditions.
Stokes Hill was named after the commander of HMS Beagle John Lort Stokes, who visited and named Darwin after his friend Charles Darwin in 1839.
Larrakia were the first people to live in this area and know ‘Stokes Hill’ to have within it a Larrakia spiritual ancestor. This ancestor is known as “Chinute Chinute’ and manifest itself from time to time as the Tawny Frog-mouthed Owl.
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