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Te Puka a Maui

in Interesting Sculptures

A sculpture of stylised anchor chain symbolises the Maori view that Stewart Island is anchored to South Island, a similar sculpture in Rakiura National Park represents the other end of the chain.

Ward Parade, Bluff, New Zealand

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Four Stone Sculptures

in Interesting Sculptures

Atop the hill looking down on Wainui Beach among the flax and landscaped gardens sits the Four Directions Sculptures.

Wainui Reserve, Ngarunui Beach Road, Raglan, Waikato

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One Tree Hill Obelisk

in Interesting Sculptures

Cornwall Park is the legacy of Sir John Logan Campbell. Originally the land was a farm owned by him on the outskirts of Auckland. On the summit of the hill is the grave of Sir John Logan Campbell surmounted by an obelisk.

One Tree Hill, Auckland, New Zealand

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Wind Wand Sculpture

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One of the most visible art pieces in the city is the 45m-high kinetic sculpture Wind Wand, designed by the late internationally renowned New Zealand artist Len Lye, which takes pride of place on New Plymouth's Coastal Walkway.

Egmont Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand New Plymouth,Taranaki

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The Hand that Nurtures

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Llew Summers was born Christchurch, New Zealand in 1947. His interest has been primarily in figurative works, and is celebratory of the human form, affirming the beauty of the human body.

100 Ardmore St, Wanaka

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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

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Cape Farewell

in 4. Famous Extremes

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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Farewell Spit

in Bizarre Nature Formations, 4. Famous Extremes

Farewell Spit is the natural sandbar providing the northern shelter to Golden Bay. It is longest in the world and it's still growing!

103 Freeman Access, Puponga, New Zealand

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