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…Auckland New Zealand Photographer: Scott Venning (scottv@ihug.co.nz) Auckland was first settled by the Maori people in approximately 1350. The Maori constructed terraced pa (fortified villages) on the volcanic peaks of the area then known as Tamaki Makau Rau. Because the isthmus is narrow—around eight kilometres…
…original railway was constructed, small towns were built to house the workers. The settlements grew as some families stayed on to work the land or sell their metal, wood and stone working skills to local farmers. Highly talented stonemasons from the railway gangs constructed many attractive, sturdy buildings…
…popular tourist attractions. Bungy jumping in New Zealand was developed in the 1980's by kiwi entrepreneurs AJ Hackett and Henry van Asch. Today you can bungee jump from a bridge or other platform in various locations throughout New Zealand. Bungy Jumping in New Zealand Featured Attraction Come and enjoy…
…Photographer: Kieran Scott (www.kieranscott.co.nz) Christchurch Tramway is an inner city tour experience that combines the heritage of the trams, attractions and historical buildings with the culture of the Garden City. The beautifully restored trams follow a 2.5 kilometre loop around central Christchurch…
…designed in the gothic revival style by prominent English architect Sir George Gilbert Scott. Although its foundation stone was laid in 1864, construction wasn't complete until 1904. The timber was sourced from Banks Peninsula—over 50,000 pieces of matai and totara were used in the roof alone. The…
…significant bend in the river has a guardian. Every rapid also has a name, and eel weirs were constructed precisely where the currents of the river converged. The Whanganui River holds a special attraction for canoeists. The 239 named rapids offer a variety of challenges, yet the river is still considered…
…would not be disappointed touring these buildings that capture the spirit of the past. The charming historical buildings include the old courthouse constructed in 1892 and the Mangonui Hotel built in 1905. Years ago Mangonui had the only courthouse in the area making it of regional importance. The Mangonui…
…Mangapurua Valley. It was constructed in the mid 1930s to provide road access to the lower and middle valley farms known as the Mangapurua Valley Soldiers Settlement. By the time it was completed these areas of the Mangapurua Valley were deserted, the bridge rarely used and the construction of the road to the…
…the Kaituna River, plunge down the seven... * MALVERN MUDHOUSE - Bay of Plenty (Bed and Breakfast) Welcome to our uniquely Jasmax designed home constructed from mud bricks. Accommodation set within an acre of rural land with... * MATAHUI LODGE - Bay of Plenty (Bookings) Outstanding award winning premium…
Scenic highlights and things to see in Otago and Central Otago New Zealand. Central Otago attractions include historical St Bathans, Clyde Dam, Lake Dunstan, wineries in Clyde, the Bendigo Goldfields and the Old Cromwell Town. Take time to explore historical gold mining remains or pick your own fruit…
