Wanaka Day 1 Rosalie 019

Lake Wanaka and the Misty Mountains

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October 20th 2011
We then traveled to Wanaka to meet up with friends and enjoyed the beautiful hiking opportunities on Lake Wanaka. From the main street, a stunning view of the lake and the misty mountains could be seen. After a day of small town festivals, and hikes, the weather turned and stormy clouds rolled in. Thankfully, we weren't too far from the car and quickly scooted back to our friend's house, where we ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Wanaka

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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