Christchurch
Welcome to a vibrant city in transition, coping creatively with the aftermath of NZ’s second-worst natural disaster. Traditionally the most English of NZ cities, Christchurch's heritage heart was all but hollowed out following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes that left 186 people dead.
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Top places to visit in Christchurch
Discover the best attractions in Christchurch from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in ChristchurchArts Centre
- Attraction in ChristchurchQuake City
- Attraction in ChristchurchHagley Park
- Attraction in ChristchurchInternational Antarctic Centre
- Attraction in ChristchurchBotanic Gardens
- Attraction in ChristchurchCanterbury Earthquake National Memorial
- Attraction in ChristchurchCanterbury Museum
- Attraction in ChristchurchChristchurch Art Gallery
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