Prince of Wales Geyser

Stunning Scenery But It's a Shame About The Smell

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January 25th 1990
The scenery in New Zealand is out of this world and it was nice just to be able to drive round and appreciate it. Our first specific destination was Rotorua. This is a must and is one of the main attractions of the North Island, although I dare say some New Zealanders (or Kiwi's as they are otherwise known) might correct me on that one. We checked into the YHA hostel, running the risk of having ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Rotorua

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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