The Cathedral at night

Christchurch

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May 23rd 2008
Ok, I admit it, I'm in love with New Zealand - it's absolutely GORGEOUS here! I know I spent 3 months in Oz and have only been here a week so far, but all that I've experienced so far has just been stunning scenery, a laidback atmosphere, and friendly people - lovin' it! On my arrival, I pretty much crashed at the YHA hostel, but even the bus trip from the airport to the town was pretty nice - ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Christchurch

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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