Christchurch Gondola

Look, up in the sky!

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December 9th 2006
Oooh Christchurch Gondola was kinda cool. Remember those chair lifts on the Isle of Wight? Like that, but an enclosed little carriage for about four people. Some gorgeous views up the steep hillside, and lovely views across Christchurch. Of course, lots of sheep too! At the top, unfortunately the cafe, restaurant and viewing platform were closed for private functions, so there went my plans for di ... read more

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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