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The Four Sisters

I am in the background of this grouping. The size of these mammoth trees strikes the viewer with awe.
Kauri Forest

February 5th 2006
We went to an amazing NZ phenomenon: a forest of trees so large it boggles the imagination. While we haven't gone through the huge redwood tree in California that you can drive through, this was amazing. Feb 14 note: I am going to publish this unfinished as it has been sitting waiting for my details but I can't add them as I don't have my notes/diary with me. Will edit later when I have easier ... read more
Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Northland

New Zealand Flag The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more
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