Airforce Museum Christchurch

Christchurch

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June 29th 2009
Christchurch is the largest city (population of 300,000) on the South Island. The city itself has few attractions to mention but its conservative face and chilled out atmosphere make it an interesting place to while away a few days. I can't say we did much here except chill out in some cafés, went for walks in Hagley park and explored the main streets. The New Zealand Air Force has a well put t ... 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