Cyber & Technology
April 27, 2026
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An underground world: The Australian town where life exists beneath the ground, with churches and hotels under the desert
Times of India World
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India
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TOI World Desk
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Coober Pedy, Australia, is famous for its underground life. The desert heat led residents to build homes, churches, and hotels below ground. This unique adaptation began with opal mining in 1915. Today, it remains the world's largest opal producer. Visitors can explore these subterranean spaces, experiencing a town shaped by survival and geology.
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Coober Pedy, Australia, is famous for its underground life. The desert heat led residents to build homes, churches, and hotels below ground. This unique adaptation began with opal mining in 1915. Today, it remains the wo...
