City: New Zealand
Top Things to do in New Zealand
Top Hotels in New Zealand
- 1. Kamana Lakehouse
- 2. Fable Auckland, MGallery
- 3. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
- 4. Sudima Christchurch City
- 5. Rydges Wellington Airport
- 6. Aoraki Court Aoraki/Mt Cook Village
- 7. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
- 8. Auto Lodge Motor Inn
- 9. Rainforest Retreat
- 10. Sojourn Apartment Hotel
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The 10 Best Architectural Buildings in New Zealand, New Zealand
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ ( listen); Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui), and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and around 600 smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long period of isolation, New Zealand developed a distinct biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Restaurants in New Zealand
1. Hundertwasser's Pavilion for Nature
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The ‘Pavilion for Nature’ is a Friedensreich Hundertwasser design realised after his architectural design sketches. Hundertwasser is a World famous artist who became a New Zealand citizen. It is the second Hundertwasser structure to be build in the Southern Hemisphere. The design was dedicated to Birkdale Intermediate by The Hundertwasser Non Profit Foundation in Vienna, Austria. Built in 2014.
2. Dunedin High And District Court
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By LindainLakewood - Lakewood, United States
We just saw the outside of this building from across the gardens at Anzac Square in Dunedin. It was built in 1902 and makes a nice reflection of the train station. Flowers were blooming which added to the square’s beauty. It’s still an active court house so I’d advise you to be on best behavior to avoid seeing the inside.
3. Alberton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
This home grew from a modest farmhouse built in 1863 into an enormous fairy tale mansion, where visitors can admire its beautiful verandahs and towers and view original family furniture.
4. Old St Paul's
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4.5 based on 1,197 reviews
Be embraced by the beauty of this gorgeous wooden Gothic Revival cathedral - still sacred, welcoming to all, in the heart of Wellington's heritage precinct. Breathtakingly beautiful - the capital city's famous Old St Paul's, constructed entirely of native timbers, is one of New Zealand's greatest heritage places. Experience the wonderful and sometimes quirky stories of this former cathedral, its historic location and its people. Gaze at Old St Paul's unique architecture, admire its exquisite embroidered furnishings and be awed by the colours of its beautiful stained glass windows. The site where Old St Paul's stands was formerly part of Pipitea Pā, and for almost 100 years, Old St Paul's served as the parish church of Thorndon and the Anglican Cathedral of Wellington. It remains a place of spiritual significance to many and is a popular venue for a wide variety of cultural events and celebrations.
Reviewed By costaricatravel09 - Battle Ground, United States
Old St Paul’s is a wonderful Gothic Revival wooden church built by the Anglican Church and completed in 1866. The inside of the church is breathtaking with its beautiful wooden arches and stained glass windows. This is a beautiful heritage building and amazingly almost was destroyed in 1960 (like many buildings) when the new St Paul’s church was built close by. Well worth the visit.
5. Sexton's Cottage
6. The Stone Store & Kemp House - Kerikeri Mission Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 757 reviews
The Bay of Islands is New Zealand's foremost historic area, birthplace to Maori and Pakeha (European) relations and home of the Kerikeri Mission Station. Established in 1819, the Kerikeri Mission Station is one of New Zealand's first places where Maori invited visitors to to live among them. Built under the protection of local Maori chiefs who were keen to harness the trade and technology of Europe, Kerikeri Mission Station grew amidst a backdrop of tribal warfare and ever increasing visits from foreign ships. Located only 5 minutes from Kerikeri the Kerikeri Mission Station has a range of activites available. The grounds tour is a visitor favourite - experienced guides share stories of fierce warriors and drunken sailors and earnest missionaries who preached, taught and battled to spread the Christian message amongst Maori, a proud people with their own ancient traditions. The Kerikeri Mission Station is also the site of two of the country's oldest surviving buildings- The Stone Store and Kemp House.
Reviewed By wilma55x - Dunedin, New Zealand
Visited Stone Store and Kemp House as part of a cycling trip (C2K) organised by Northland Experiences - tour was wonderful because the guide was very interesting, knowledgeable and enthusiastic - her stories about the lives of women who lived in Kemp House were particularly interesting.
7. Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple New Zealand
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By NZKiwi_sunlover - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Recommended to us by a friend, I took 3 teenagers here, as we’re on a budget and have pretty much exhausted every other activity option in Auckland. I didn’t have huge expectations - but was very pleasantly surprised. The teenagers all loved it, so did I. A lovely peaceful, stunningly beautiful and very welcoming place to be. The current embroidery exhibition was amazing!! The Cafe we found expensive, but lovely food. I’d happily go back, as would the teenagers. I looked on the internet before we left but couldn’t find information about dress code. I had expected to need to cover up as we did when visiting temples in Bali. Thankfully we arrived prepared - but adding photo of their signage for your benefit. Enjoy.
8. Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple
9. Maunganui Stone Cottage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By jjcook0 - Botany Downs, New Zealand
The knowledge of the owner and her experiences are are a treasure to hear her life style and the knowledge and history are amazing
10. St Paul's Anglican Church
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Scotsgirl7911 - Auckland, New Zealand
Beautiful historical church with lovely kept grounds. The beach is directly opposite and JFC restaurant right next door.
