Tunnel Hill
in Bridges and Tunnels, 1. Today's pick
It is 246 meters in long and construction involved up to 70 men. All the bricks were manufactured at nearby site. It was begun in 1891 and took nearly two years to complete.
Owaka Hwy, Owaka, New Zealand
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Paritutu Rock
in Peaks and caves, 1. Today's pick
Paritutu Rock is a volcanic remnant, a part of the Sugar Loaf Islands - an eroded stumps of an ancient volcanic crater.
Centennial Drive , New Plymouth, New Zealand
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Lake Grassmere
Lake Grassmere’s fascinating and alien landscape is a working salt works. But in summer, these ponds are an unique sight – full of pink colour that comes from the algae and brine shrimps that live in salty water.
Lake Grassmere Road, Blenheim, Marlborough
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Castlepoint Lighthouse
in Lighthouses and Towers, 2. Best known, 1. Today's pick
First lit in 1913, it's one of the last two remaining beam lighthouses in NZ. Stroll up and imagine life as a lighthouse keeper - the last one was on the job until 1988.
Castle Point, New Zealand
The Centre of New Zealand
A great viewing point over the city, an iconic walk and a geographical centre of New Zealand. At 147 metres height, the Botanical Hill is must visit in Nelson.
Hardy Street, Nelson, New Zealand
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Te Waikoropupu Springs
in Wildlife Encounters, Hot and Cold Geothermal, 4. Famous Extremes, 2. Best known
With amazing horizontal visibility at an average of 63 meters of the constantly 11.7°C cool water, it is also the largest cold water springs in the Southern Hemisphere, discharging 14,000 litres of water per second.
Pupu Springs Road, Takaka, Tasman, New Zealand
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Waihi Falls
in Waterfalls to admire, 1. Today's pick
An easy to reach, impressive waterfall, well worth a visit. Little known, but spectacular after the rain, some people choose to swim in the pool at the bottom.
Waihi Falls Rd, Waione, New Zealand
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Clifden bridge
in Bridges and Tunnels, 1. Today's pick
Clifden suspension bridge spanning 111.5m over the Wairau River is the longest suspension bridge in New Zealand....
Tuatapere, Clifden Hwy, Orawia, Southland, New Zealand
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Tane Mahuta
in 4. Famous Extremes, 1. Today's pick
Tane Mahuta – Secluded away in Waipoua Forest, New Zealand’s most famous tree certainly lives up to its name of Lord of the Forest, and nothing is more awe-inspiring than the sight of this mighty tree towering high above you.
Waipoua Forest, New Zealand
Cape Farewell
The Northernmost part of the South Island. An awesome view of the rough north coast. Short 5 min walk from the carpark which can be extended as far as you want through the hills to the Pillar Point lighthouse and further.
Wharariki Road, Nelson, New Zealand
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