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Archaeological site · Jabiru, Northern Territory
Burrungkuy (Nourlangie)
Outcrop of the Arnhem Land escarpment in Kakadu, formerly called Nourlangie Rock, with the Anbangbang shelter, paintings such as Namarrkon the Lightning Man, and a lookout.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Burrungkuy (Nourlangie)
Burrungkuy, formerly known as Nourlangie Rock, is an isolated escarpment outcrop of Arnhem Land in central Kakadu National Park, about 30 km south of Jabiru. Its shelters were used for thousands of years by the Bininj as living spaces and painting sites.
A circular trail passes the Anbangbang shelter, where layers of paintings show human figures, animals and spirits. The best-known painting is Namarrkon, the Lightning Man, associated with wet-season storms, with bands radiating from his head and feet.
The trail climbs to the Gunwarrdehwarrde lookout, with views of the escarpment and the rock. Signs explain the shelter’s use and the stories behind the paintings.
Nearby are the Anbangbang billabong, frequented by waterbirds, and other escarpment viewpoints.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Early morning, with cooler temperatures and soft light on the paintings, during the dry season.
How to get there
By car, about 30 km south of Jabiru via the Kakadu Highway and the sealed access road.
Tip
Bring water and a hat: the trail has exposed sections. Do not touch the paintings.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Burrungkuy (Nourlangie)
Are Burrungkuy and Nourlangie the same place?
Yes. Burrungkuy is the name used today; Nourlangie Rock was the former name.
What is the Namarrkon painting?
The figure of the Lightning Man, associated with storms in the wet season, painted in the Anbangbang shelter.
How long does a visit to Burrungkuy take?
1 to 2 hours, including the trail through the Anbangbang shelter and the lookout.