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NZ is the most beautiful country in the world...

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February 7th 2007
Although I haven't traveled yet to many other countries- I can't imagine a place more beautiful than New Zealand- throughout the WHOLE country! Mountains and rivers and oceans- just everything- I think this country is a nature lover's paradise! When I was in Taupo I met a Finish guy named Jo- and we decided to rent a car together- for 20 days to tour the south island. My first week and half wa ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Abel Tasman National Park

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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