Mt. Victoria

On top of Mt. Victoria overlooking Wellington stood this red statue. There are similar statues all over the city from the Maori people to protect the land from their enemies. They all point to the south which is the port of the city.

Hike through Abel Tasman National Park

May 29th 2008
Michelle and I crossed Cook Straight to the South Island via the InterIslander Ferry (a day later than expected - there was so much to see on the North Island). The ferry ride was gorgeous. It was in the afternoon and we were able to see the sunset. We met a group of people who are moving their son back to the north island in a small town near Lake Taupo. They were very kind and one gentlemen ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Abel Tasman National Park

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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