About Auckland, New Zealand
Why Auckland?
Rated as one of the most liveable cities in the world, Auckland is an exhilarating mix of natural wonders and urban adventures. It is the largest urban city in New Zealand, home to the largest Polynesian population in the world. The Māori-language name for it is Tāmaki or Tāmaki-makau-rau, meaning “Tāmaki with a hundred lovers”. Auckland, or “The City of Sails”, the nickname derived from it’s reputation to have one of the best sailing harbours in the world, offers the perfect balance between urban lifestyle and active outdoor opportunities.
Vibrancy
Auckland is a vibrant and diverse place where nature and urban life go hand-in-hand, with 48 volcanic cones, over 50 islands and 29,000km of coastline and beaches just minutes away from the arts and shopping of the central city. Home to a third of all Kiwis, Auckland is a multicultural city with a wide selection of bars, boutiques, restaurants and a bubbling nightlife.
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Auckland is a vibrant and diverse place where nature and urban life go hand-in-hand, with 48 volcanic cones, over 50 islands and 29,000km of coastline and beaches just minutes away from the arts and shopping of the central city. Home to a third of all Kiwis, Auckland is a multicultural city with a wide selection of bars, boutiques, restaurants and a bubbling nightlife.
Attractions
Auckland is the point of arrival for most visitors, so a stop at one of the monuments, museums and art galleries should be on everyone’s to-do list. Don’t forget to check out the fine sand beaches and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, which provide a taste of New Zealand’s spectacular national parks.
The Sky Tower is New Zealand’s highest building and gives you a perfect panorama outlook over the city. This is a place for fine diners, fearless bungee jumpers and for those wanting to catch the best panorama over the city.