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Rangitoto

Exploring Rangitoto

December 30th 2009
Rangitoto another small island a short ferry ride from downtown Auckland. It is actually the largest and youngest volcanic crater in the Auckland volcanic field and there is no doubting that once you arrive as that is what the atmosphere is about hot, dry and empty. I recommend wearing at least trainers and you have to bring your own water and food. The walking is not particularly strenuous but yo ... read more
Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Auckland » Rangitoto

New Zealand Flag 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
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