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Auckland
Located on the North Island, it is the largest and most populated city in New Zealand. It is one of the few cities in the world that has 2 ports, Waitemata to the north and Manukau to the south, on 2 different bodies of water. Most large international corporations have offices in Auckland, as it is seen as the economic capital of the country. It is the headquarters of the Oceania Football Confederation. Interest in visiting Auckland has grown considerably in recent years, favored in large part by the success of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, since some of its scenes were filmed on the outskirts of the city.
What to see in Auckland?
Sky Tower
It began construction in 1994 and, after 2 years and 9 months, it was inaugurated on August 3, 1997. It is a 328-meter-high telecommunications and radio and television broadcasting tower, located in the center of the city which has 3 viewing points that the public can access and from which you can get impressive views of Auckland and its surroundings. It has become one of the city's largest tourist attractions, receiving some 700,000 tourists each year.
Auckland Museum
This museum tells the story of New Zealand, its place in the Pacific and its people. It is a war memorial for the Auckland Province and is home to one of New Zealand's three major heritage libraries. It has pre-eminent Māori and Pacific collections, important natural history resources and important social and military history collections, as well as pictorial and decorative arts collections.
Parnell neighborhood
This neighborhood is known for its exclusive boutiques, galleries and restaurants, such as the French bistros and luxury chocolate shops on Parnell Road. Parnell Baths is a bayside resort with a huge saltwater pool.
Auckland Viaduct
It is a former commercial port located on the Auckland waterfront, now converted into a complex of mostly luxury apartments, with offices and restaurants. This area is very popular with locals and overseas visitors as it was the center of activity for the 2000 America's Cup organized by the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.
All Black Experience
In this peculiar museum you can learn everything you need to be an All Black, learn its history and feel the passion behind the haka and test your rugby skills against the All Blacks and Black Ferns in the practice area and interactive. The All Blacks experience showcases the national rugby team through exceptional innovation and technology.
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