The view from Mt. Roy

New Zealand Part 2: South Island

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May 29th 2016
The South Island is the area for anyone who doesn't have enough time to see the entire country. It's where the southern alps are located. It's home to NZ tallest mountain, Mount cook and it's also the location where the trilogy, Lord of the Rings was filmed. So it's safe to say there is plenty to keep one busy for any amount of time, however a plan is needed because all of these attractions are sp ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island

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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