Christchurch

Leaving New Zealand

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August 9th 2007
August 9th, 10th, and 11th The first night in Christchurch Mark and I went out on the town. I have been craving spring rolls, so we headed over to a Chinese/Japanese restaurant. We had a great dinner and then stopped by Sullivan’s Irish Pub. They are in the Guinness book of world records for having the world’s largest glass of beer. I assumed we would be able to order one and hang out there ... 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