The Coast

DAY 10 - Picton to Hanmer Springs

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November 14th 2008
Our day started with an early morning walk along Picton's waterfront and marina, where we seen the Inter Island ferry off on its voyage to the North Island. It was very encouraging to see a clear sunny sky after the rain and overcast conditions yesterday. After an hour or so it was time to begin our journey down the east coast. A short drive from Picton is Blenheim, the Marlbrough district larg ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Hanmer Springs

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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