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A woman with blonde hair looks up at a Cathedral Termite Mound in Litchfield National Park. These striking natural sculptures rise from the open woodlands of Australia’s Northern Territory. Built by magnetic termites over many decades, the tall, narrow mounds are aligned north–south to help regulate internal temperature, protecting the colony from extreme heat. Their cathedral-like shapes give the area a dramatic, almost otherworldly appearance, especially when viewed against the wide skies of the Top End. These remarkable structures showcase the ingenuity of termites and the unique ecosystems of northern Australia.