[3][full citation needed] In addition to these events, Mount Eliza attracts visitors and interest with its ecosystems, indigenous and colonial history, landmarks and other activities.
[5] Geologically, Mount Eliza is part of the Spearwood Dunal system which were formed during the Pleistocene glacial and interglacial periods around 40,000 years ago.
[7] Underlying sand loam sheets, with perched water tables are considered highly important for vegetation growth and subsequent stabilisation.
[13] In addition, the study found that there was a higher abundance of birds, specifically nectivores during the spring season, likely due to the flowering plants.
[14] Invertebrates of significant conservation value such as the Scarp Snail and the trapdoor spider are confined to the Mount Eliza escarpment of Kings Park.
Shortly after this movement, legislation was put in place which forbade Aboriginal people to enter the city of Perth without written permission and was only repealed in 1954.
In 1832, Surveyor General John Septimus Roe refused permission to cut timber on Mount Eliza and indicated it should be reserved for public purposes.
[5] A variety of Kings Park tourist activities are interlinked with Mount Eliza such as Aboriginal cultural experiences, guided walks, walkways and overall sightseeing.
It is said that Mount Eliza performs a mediating role between the city and the bushland of Kings Park, and Federation Walkway is intended to allow visitors to appreciate this distinction and appreciate the heritage of the landscape.
[19] Beedawong meaning 'celebration' or 'meeting place' is a stone amphitheatre located on the tableland area of Mount Eliza, west of Federation Walkway.
[20] The Western Australian War Memorial is situated at the peak of Mount Eliza and was unveiled on 24 November 1929 by the State Governor Sir William Campion.
[21] In addition to the Cenotaph, the memorial precinct in Kings Park includes the court of contemplation, flame of remembrance and pool of reflection.