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This waterside city has a strong pulse and a nautical twinkle in its eye. Its location on a thin stretch of the North Island, sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea, is complemented by the lush subtropical forests of nearby hills and the volcanic terrains of nearby islands.
With its spectacular harbour and bridge, New Zealand's largest city ranks with the best and its districts weave their way around a variety of bays ideal for swimming, water sports and particularly yachting - hence the nickname 'City of Sails'.
Travel Warning: Coromendel Peninsula
A government controlled toxic pesticide drop is reportedly taking place in the Coromendel forest. Trampers (hikers) are strongly advised to bring their own water and keep animals away from the region.
severity: Mid-level alert
Fast Facts
Population
1,300,000
Currency
Name: New Zealand Dollar
Code: NZD
Symbol: NZ$
Electrical Plugs
230V 50Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: English, Maori,
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +12 (UTC/GMT)
Country Dialing Code
+64
Weights & Measures
Metric
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