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New Zealand is a beautiful country. Located in the southern Pacific and with a population of 4.3 million people, it is well known as a ‘clean, green country’. Although some claim that this assumption has grown old, New Zealand is littered with hundreds of places of absolute beauty. Whether on a quick trip round the country, or a full-blown ‘must see everything’ journey, here are a few places that are sure to tickle your fancy along the way.

1. Rotorua

   

   Dubbed as the home of Maori culture, Rotorua has plenty to offer in terms of cultural entertainment, adventure tourism and excitement. Known by locals as Sulfur City or Rotovegas, a trip around Rotorua isn’t complete without a visit to the Buried Village or the Whakawerawera forest, the Agrodome or Te Puia. No matter what your interests, there is something for you in Rotorua.

   rotoruanz.com

2. Taupo

   

   Situated an hour’s drive south and Rotorua, Taupo is a premiere spot for fishermen and skiers alike. Boosting three great ski fields upon the majestic Mount Ruapehu, the largest natural lake in the Southern Hemisphere and the magnificent Huka Falls, Taupo is a must see for travelers to New Zealand.

   laketauponz.com

3. Wellington

   

   Known to many as ‘Windy Wellington,’ it is the capital city of an ever-growing country. Included as attractions is Te Papa, the national museum of New Zealand. Wellington’s government building is known as the beehive, due to its interesting architecture. A visit to the capital wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the zoo and the Botanical Gardens.

   wellingtonnz.com

4. Queenstown

   

   Home to the worlds first ever commercial jet boat, and surrounded by mountains and lakes, Queenstown is well known as the adventure capital of New Zealand. From skiing to fishing to mountain biking, Queenstown is packed to bursting point with fun things to do. This is what New Zealand really is about, the absolute raw beauty.

   queenstown-nz.com

   Hope you have enjoyed finding out what makes New Zealand so beautiful. Although this list is comparatively short, New Zealand has virtually everything you want on offer.