Overview : New
Zealand Photos
 New
Zealand is situated in the South Pacific ocean, between latitude 34'S and
47'S. The country runs roughly north-south with mountain ranges down much
of its length. Its two main islands cover 266,200 sq km (103,735 sq
miles), about the size of Japan or California and slightly larger than
Great Britain.
Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado and Japan, New
Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's
least crowded countries. It is a haven for those seeking peace,
rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrillseekers and
adventurers. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation
makes it a year-round holiday destination.
New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain
chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords
and lush rainforests.
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New Zealand's separation from other land
masses for more than 100 million years has allowed many ancient plants
and animals to survive and evolve in isolation. Complementing our unique
flora and fauna is a landscape that contains an unrivalled variety of
landforms. In a couple of days' drive it is possible to see everything
from mountain ranges to sandy beaches, lush rainforests, glaciers and
fiords and active volcanoes.
Auckland is the best place to start exploring the North of the country.
It's a great city and offers you everything you want.
Wellington is the capital city, and is located at the extreme southern
tip of the North Island. Increasingly referred to by locals as
"Wellywood" due to the huge success of film director Peter Jackson [Lord
of the Rings Trilogy], Wellington regularly plays host to international
films stars. The capital also boasts a symphony orchestra, opera house,
several live theatres, the excellent Embassy Cinema and the national
museum Te Papa. There are also regular daily ferry services to the South
Island.
Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island. Many activities can
be organized from here. Trekking to Mount Cook is just one of the many
things you can do.
(by
www.world66.com)
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