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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]
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] Blog: Confessions of a Cyclist Part2: Cycling Dunedin to Christcurch
Date: March 24th 2009
In five days and 400 kilometers I concluded my cycle tour of New Zealand. My decision to bus it down to Dunedin and cycle back up from the South turned out to be a very wise one. I've had a strong southerly wind to push me the entire way back to Christchurch along the soft undulating hills, winding coastal roads, and the flat plains of Canterbury. The euphoric and effortless cycling has given m ... read more
Date: March 24th 2009
In five days and 400 kilometers I concluded my cycle tour of New Zealand. My decision to bus it down to Dunedin and cycle back up from the South turned out to be a very wise one. I've had a strong southerly wind to push me the entire way back to Christchurch along the soft undulating hills, winding coastal roads, and the flat plains of Canterbury. The euphoric and effortless cycling has given m ... read more
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