Be captivated by New Zealand, a place with friendly locals, a diverse range of landscapes and scenery, pure natural beauty, and unique wildlife. New Zealand is approximately 10% larger than the United Kingdom with a coastline that is about 15,000 kilometres in length. This laid-back country is filled with surprises, including the town with the longest name in the world. Are you ready to uncover the quirky side of New Zealand?
Located on the South Island in Dunedin. With a 38 degree slope, the street is called Baldwin Street.
It is one of the largest seabirds in the world. Their wingspan can grow upwards to an impressive three metres.
A.J. Hackett founded the first-ever commercial bungy jump location at Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge in Queenstown.
Aotearoa can be translated as ‘The land of the long white cloud’.
And the town with the longest name in the world is called:
Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu.
If you want to be the first, head to the small surf town of Gisborne on the North Island’s East Cape.
For every person living in New Zealand, there are at least 10 sheep!
All the other mammals were introduced by Maoris and Europeans.
World-famous it is known as The Cardrona bra fence. It started back in 1999 and is now a quirky tourist attraction in Central Otago.
A compact city that is located at the south-western tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Remutaka Range. It is also known by locals as the 'windy city'.
The history of New Zealand dates back only a few hundred years, the first arrival was the Maori.
At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
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