new zealand story

new zealand story

New Zealand's North Island is the smallest of the two main islands, but remains about 76 percent of the population of New Zealand. North Island is also the hottest of the two, with a temperate or subtropical. You warm sandy beaches, rolling farmland, forests and dormant volcanoes. Two of the cities largest found in North Island: Auckland and the capital, Wellington.

Auckland, often called the name of the city of sails ", is the city New Zealand's largest with a population of about 1.4 million. Auckland lies between the Waitemata and Manukau Harbors, edge of the rainforest and volcanoes Several inactive. Auckland has something for everyone, including a variety of outdoor activities, art and culture, shopping, restaurants and nightlife.

Some of the most popular attractions in Auckland include:

  • The Sky Tower is a 1076-foot high observation and communications tower located in the heart Auckland. This iconic tower is more independent structure in the southern hemisphere! Visitors can walk the circumference of the ledge of the tower or dine in the restaurant rotated through 360 degrees. Thrill Seekers enjoy Sky Jumping (similar to bungy jump) and Sky Walking.

  • Kelly Tarlton Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World is a world snow, ice and amazing underwater views. Here you can observe penguins, white sharks, giant eels, stingrays swim in the ocean as water. Open 365 days a year.

  • The Auckland Museum is one of the most important national museums of New Zealand and war memorials. The museum is located at one of the most remarkable historic buildings and exhibits the history and artistic culture of New Zealand and its inhabitants. Open all year except Christmas.

  • The Auckland Bridge Climb is 1.5 hours to tour with some of the best views of Auckland and the beautiful Waitemata Harbor. Open all year except holidays.

  • Bush and Beach Tours, some of the most popular interactive Auckland Eco Tours offer guided half or full day tours in the jungle coast, black sand beaches of the wild west coast, Great Barrier Island and the Coromandel Peninsula. Tours run every day except Christmas Day.

    • Wellington is located at the southern tip of North Island and is the second largest city. Situated on the edge of a beautiful harbor surrounded by hills, this charming city is not only the political capital, but also is New Zealand's culture and art capital.

    Some things to avoid getting lost in Wellington are:

  • Museum of New Zealand – Te Papa Tongarewa is the national museum New Zealand and is a must for anyone visiting Wellington. One of the major national museums in the world, this site shows combines interactive classroom technology to tell the story of New Zealand, its history, people, art and the natural environment. Open 365 days a year, admission is free.

  • Museum of Wellington City and sea mission is to preserve, promote and present the heritage Wellington – port city and sea museum uses exhibits and technical traditional interactive museums take visitors on a journey through the airport past, present and future. Open every day except Christmas Day, the Entry is free.

  • Karori Wildlife Sanctuary is located just minutes from downtown Wellington. The sanctuary aims to restore a corner mainland New Zealand to how it had happened before humans. Little Spotted Kiwi, Wekas North Island, North Island Kakas, Tuatara and Maud Island frogs are only few native species available for viewing. Open every day except Christmas Day. Guided tours offered daily.

  • Wellington Zoo is the oldest zoo in New Zealand, and specializes in native animals and endangered species. Over 100 host species, some of the exhibitions most important are the African savanna, the red panda and the Malayan Sun Bear Open every day except Christmas Day.

  • Harbor Cruises can be very interesting and fun ways to see the view in Wellington. Several companies offer daily cruises, including cruises and sunset dinner.

  • Parliament Buildings, which houses the Parliament of New Zealand, are at least worth a stop for the photo. The visitors center and guided tours run all year, except major holidays.

  • Mount Victoria is situated just east of Wellington, and its peak is about 700 meters above sea level. On a clear day, visitors can take fantastic panoramic Wellington and surrounding hills.

    • Rotorua, New Zealand, as expected, is on the south bank Lake Rotorua and is the heart of Maori culture in New Zealand. This city is best known for its geothermal activity, including many geysers and hot mud pools located throughout. In addition, there are 16 lakes (15 of which are swimming) and some of the best mountain biking trail in the world.

    Some of the most popular attractions in Rotorua include:

  • Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is a geothermal site located 20 minutes from Rotorua, New Zealand, where visitors can see the mud, steaming volcanic lakes, the grounds and steaming geysers huge volcanic craters. Open daily.

  • For an authentic experience Maori mitai visit Maori Village which offers cultural shows, a Hangi meal, an excursion and a visit firefly. If the book tour of the current population Maori, offering transportation from your hotel. Guided tours are available year-round except major holidays.

  • Skyline Skyride is an attraction in its own category. Situated on the slopes of Mt. Ngongotaha with stunning views over Lake Rotorua and Rotorua, Skyline Skyride can be a Fun adventure for the whole family! People take a gondola up the mountain and sledding down the hill. There is also a restaurant and a cafeteria in the top.

    • The Bay of Islands is comprised of 144 islands with a myriad of secluded beaches and quiet niches for swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and diving. This beautiful region, it is not lost either on foot or from a scenic flight over.

    Taupo is situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, the most largest lake in New Zealand. Surrounded by spectacular volcanic landscape, the main attractions of this area include skiing, fishing, Huka Falls, boiling mud pools, baths mineral spa, and many shops and restaurants.

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