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New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ new-ZEE-lənd, Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses – that of the North Island, or Te Ika-a-Māui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu – and numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long isolation, New Zealand developed a distinctive biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Somewhere between 1250 and 1300 CE, Polynesians settled in the islands that were to become New Zealand, and developed a distinctive Māori culture. In 1642, Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer, became the first European to sight New Zealand. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and Māori Chiefs signed the Treaty of Waitangi, making New Zealand a British colony. Today, the majority of New Zealand's population of 4.5 million is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority, followed by Asians and Pacific Islanders. Reflecting this, New Zealand's culture is mainly derived from Māori and early British settlers, with recent broadening arising from increased immigration. The official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, with English predominant.
Zealand, also Sealand (Danish: Sjælland; pronounced [ˈɕɛˌlanˀ]), is the largest (7,031 km2) and most populated island in Denmark with a population just under 2.5 million, representing about 45% of the country's total population.
It is the 96th-largest island in the world by area and the 35th most populous. It is connected to Funen by the Great Belt Bridge, to Lolland, Falster (and Germany from 2021) by the Storstrøm Bridge and the Farø Bridges. Zealand is also linked to Amager by five bridges. Zealand is linked indirectly, through intervening islands by a series of bridges and tunnels, to southern Sweden.
Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is located partly on the eastern shore of Zealand and partly on the island of Amager. Other cities on Zealand include Roskilde, Næstved and Elsinore.
The island is not connected historically to the Pacific nation of New Zealand, which is named after the Dutch province of Zeeland.
In Norse mythology as told in the story of Gylfaginning, the island was created by the goddess Gefjun after she tricked Gylfi, the king of Sweden. She removed a piece of land and transported it to Denmark, which became Zealand. The vacant area was filled with water and became Mälaren. However, since modern maps show a similarity between Zealand and the Swedish lake Vänern, it is sometimes identified as the hole left by Gefjun.
New Zealand wine is largely produced in ten major wine growing regions spanning latitudes 36° to 45° South and extending 1,600 kilometres (990 mi). They are, from north to south Northland, Auckland, Waikato/Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Wellington, Nelson, Marlborough, Canterbury/Waipara and Central Otago.
The Kumeu River drains the northern Waitakere Ranges near Auckland, New Zealand, running past the town of Kumeu before merging into the Kaipara River.
Coordinates: 36°45′S 174°30′E / 36.750°S 174.500°E / -36.750; 174.500
Yealands Estate is a winery based in the Marlborough Region of New Zealand.
It is operated by entrepreneur Peter Yealands. The Brand Manager in charge of "new product development, domestic brand management, event strategy and cellar door promotion for Yealands Estate" was chosen to be Debbie Jones, a former Pernod Ricard with "more than a decade of experience in the FMCG industry".
International data by Territorial Authority from the Regional Tourism Indicators, showing growth and seasonality.
Yealands Family Wines http://yealands.co.nz Jeff Fyfe, senior winemaker at Yealands Estate explains why the Marlborough Region is one of the world's premiere wine regions. The Marlborough Region is New Zealand's largest grape growing region with over 23,000 hectares currently under vine. This makes up 80% of New Zealand's wine production. Marlborough Savignon Blanc is considered the best in the world. It is known for it's fruit driven, concentrated wines with clean and crisp acidity. Marlborough is also known for it's world class Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Gris. The secret of Marlborough's success lies in the terroir. The warm dry summer, with cool night time temperatures help retain acid and more importantly extend the growing season, or hang time. This in turn creates wines with...
James and I visited New Zealand a few years ago in October. Our north to south journey began by sweeping the country's main wine regions, from Auckland to Central Otago, passing through Hawke's Bay, Martinborough, Marlborough and Waipara/Canterbury. New Zealand was the last piece of land on this planet to be settled by humans. Winemaking and vine growing in New Zealand dates back to the 1830s – only 600 years after it was settled – but it was not until the early 1970s that New Zealand started producing wines labeled by grape variety and vintage. Ever since then, the country has seen tremendous development in the size of its production, as well as in the quality of its wines. Kiwis have an extensive wine culture. As we walked through the different wineries, we came across collections of ...
There are plenty of reasons to visit the wine regions of New Zealand -- first there are the beautiful views, ranging from green vineyards to rugged mountains, and then there's the warm, friendly atmosphere created by the locals. Combine this with the chance to try some of the world's finest wine in the same area it was produced and you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable trip. New Zealand is home to more than 500 winemakers, spread across 10 wine regions located on both the North and South islands. The most famous wine to come from the country is its award-winning sauvignon blanc, although you'll find a wide variety of white, red and sparkling wines grown here. Most vineyards are found in the coastal regions, as the maritime climate is perfect for growing grapes, and the largest region ...
According to British Wine Expert Oz Clarke, the Marlborough wine region is 'one of the the greatest places on earth to grow vines, producing some of the world's most remarkable wines.' World renown for it's Sauvignon Blanc, the region also produces fine Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. I interview Maverick businessman, Peter Yealands who runs Yealands Estate, a 1,000 Hectare winery that has been hailed the most sustainable winery in the world. Yealands has introduced some innovative sustainable practices in their vineyard, such as grazing miniature 'babydoll' sheep, instead of using mowing equipment, and developing a biodegradable plastic bottle. http://www.yealands.com/ I learn about why the Marlborough region produces such fantastic wine and also get...
James Cameron visits New Zealand's world famous vineyards, on stunning shorelines amidst alpine peaks. Learn more: http://www.newzealand.com/int/feature/discover-new-zealand-wine
New Zealand wines is one of the premier New World wine-growing nations. Its temperate maritime climate and diverse growing regions have allowed a great range of grape varieties to thrive. New Zealands Sauvignon Blanc, for example is thought by many to set the standard for this varietal
Vineyards, Honey & Black Sand Beaches tour with NZWINEPRO. We tasted wine at 3 wineries, ate lunch at a farm-fresh restaurant, bird-watched, and visited Muriwai black sand beach. Tour I did: http://www.nzwinepro.co.nz/vineyards-beaches.aspx Where else you can find me: BLOG - http://captainslogtravels.com INSTAGRAM - http://instagram.com/marijohnson TWITTER - https://twitter.com/missmarijohnson FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/captainslogtravels SNAPCHAT - mari.johnson BEME - marijohnson Californian in a constant state of wanderlust, currently traveling the world. I’m here to share my adventures and give you tips about travel, culture, language, and life. Cameras I use: -Canon G7X https://youtu.be/OZkwodK2_G8 | http://amzn.to/1nzhjIv -GoPro Hero 4 Silver http://amzn.to/1nziebD ...
New Zealand Māori: Aotearoa is an island country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses ‒ that of the North and South Islands ‒ as well as numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by h
https://www.expedia.com/Auckland.d178233.Destination-Travel-Guides With 1.5 million lucky people calling Auckland home, this North Island gem is the most populous city in New Zealand. Auckland tourism is quite diverse, giving visitors a bounty of choices for how to spend their time. The city marries modern buildings and art with nature, and the surrounding region has plenty of its own attractions to offer. Auckland is called the City of Sails, boasting more boats per capita than anywhere else in the world. Nestled between two natural harbors, it’s no wonder residents and visitors alike enjoy spending time on the water. After a breakfast in Elliott Stables, take off on a boat cruise from downtown to explore the sights of Hauraki Gulf. With your feet back on solid ground, enjoy Auckland ...
My Guide to New Zealand. Tips, tricks and help planning your adventure. QUICKLY... I'M AN IDIOT I COMPLETELY FORGOT TO MENTION LAKE TAUPO IN THE NORTH ISLAND - ARGUABLY THE BEST PLACE TO DO A SKYDIVE :) AND... Wellington is the capital... SORRY New Zealanders! :) :) What's included? Where to go, what not to miss, transport, activities / highlights, how much time you need, how much money to take, tips and tricks from my experience in NZ. **KIWI EXPERIENCE OFFER FOR MY READERS!** Get 10% off ANY bus pass (including ones on offer!) with 'KIWIMOLLIE'. Follow this link to see the passes and make your booking: http://bit.ly/1P5ZSqk My New Zealand GoPro Footage: http://bit.ly/1TsD0Te ----- NZ POSTS ON MY BLOG: Christchurch - http://bit.ly/1f77Cw3 Kaikoura - http://bit.ly/1L5jq03 Blenheim & ...
https://www.expedia.com/Queenstown.d180018.Destination-Travel-Guides Queenstown, in New Zealand’s South Island, is the gateway to stunning fiords, glaciers, ski fields and vineyards. This lake-side city provides the pulse that keeps this remote corner of the world energetic and youthful. As the descendants of fierce Polynesian warriors and determined European settlers, the Kiwis have the spirit of adventure running though their veins. Experience the beauty of Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw. Nicknamed “The Lady of the Lake”, for over 100 years this steamship hasn’t missed a beat, transporting livestock and passengers to and from the High Country. Back in Queenstown, soak up the Aotearoa sunshine on a sandy beach or in Queenstown Gardens. For a bird’s-eye view, ride the Skyline gon...
Extensive New Zealand travel guide, recommendations, and tips, especially for backpackers and budget travelers. I am an American who has traveled around most of the country and have been living in Christchurch for 5 months. Things I cover: places (north island vs. south island), transportation, money, accommodation, food & drink, weather, clothing, activities, people, and language. WATCH NEXT! How to Pronounce Maori words for Travelers - https://youtu.be/xmbIiSMAtrI MY NZ Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU_lUDBq5HMx1ktJgezpLe6WbcYJXt8cO MY LINKS ------------------------------------------------------------------------- WEBSITE & STORE - http://marijohnson.info INSTAGRAM - http://instagram.com/marijohnson TWITTER - https://twitter.com/missmarijohnson FACEBOOK - https://w...
New Zealand Travel. New Zealand Travel Video. Top 10 Tourist attractions in New Zealand. Copyright: Video created by Omegatours.vn Omega Tours Co., LTD Add: 176 Tran Phu Str - Hai Chau Dist - Da Nang City, Vietnam Website: http://Omegatours.vn Disclaimer: All audio in this video, We was used free audio in Youtube Library. Photos Credit: Updating....
New Zealand, from the mountains to the rivers, the oceans and the marine life that calls this place home. You're going to love what we have to show you in this episode. But no matter who you are, if you love wild remote places, you will love New Zealand. -------------- Watch more travel videos ► http://goo.gl/HYQdhg Join us. Subscribe now! ► http://goo.gl/QHWi2p Be our fan on Facebook ► http://goo.gl/0xmbQk Follow us on Twitter ► http://goo.gl/334ln5 -------------- Thanks for all your support, rating the video and leaving a comment is always appreciated! Please: respect each other in the comments. Expoza Travel is taking you on a journey to the earth's most beautiful and fascinating places. Get inspiration and essentials with our travel guide videos and documentaries for your next tri...
New Zealand Tourism, New Zealand Travel Guide, NZ Vacation New Zealand Tourist Attractions, New Zealand Nature, NZ cities Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Top Tourist Attractions in New Zealand Milford Sound ======== Milford Sound is among the most famous tourist attractions in New Zealand. Lying at the most northern and accessible end of Fiordland National Park, Milford sound offers some of the world's most staggering coastal scenery with its dramatic peaks and dark blue waters. The area's frequent downpours only enhance this South Island beauty, sending numerous waterfalls cascading down the cliffs. Bay of Islands ========== The Bay of Islands is one of the most popular holiday destinations in New Zealand. The pictur...
Popular places to visit in the North Island including Bay of Islands, 90 Mile Beach, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington + more!
In this video the team sets out to explore Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand and gives you some insights as to what it is that makes this place so special. To book some of these great experiences visit: http://fttv.experienceoz.com.au/queenstown To Follow our Travel Adventure Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/user/FunTravelTVshow To catch up on previous episodes and destinations we have visited http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdJS5emgSs09gvLLguBHqBcBNDbQ69aVQ Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/funtraveltv Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/funtraveltv #queenstown #newzealand #nzmustdo #adventure
International data by Territorial Authority from the Regional Tourism Indicators, showing growth and seasonality.
Yealands Family Wines http://yealands.co.nz Jeff Fyfe, senior winemaker at Yealands Estate explains why the Marlborough Region is one of the world's premiere wine regions. The Marlborough Region is New Zealand's largest grape growing region with over 23,000 hectares currently under vine. This makes up 80% of New Zealand's wine production. Marlborough Savignon Blanc is considered the best in the world. It is known for it's fruit driven, concentrated wines with clean and crisp acidity. Marlborough is also known for it's world class Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Gris. The secret of Marlborough's success lies in the terroir. The warm dry summer, with cool night time temperatures help retain acid and more importantly extend the growing season, or hang time. This in turn creates wines with...
James and I visited New Zealand a few years ago in October. Our north to south journey began by sweeping the country's main wine regions, from Auckland to Central Otago, passing through Hawke's Bay, Martinborough, Marlborough and Waipara/Canterbury. New Zealand was the last piece of land on this planet to be settled by humans. Winemaking and vine growing in New Zealand dates back to the 1830s – only 600 years after it was settled – but it was not until the early 1970s that New Zealand started producing wines labeled by grape variety and vintage. Ever since then, the country has seen tremendous development in the size of its production, as well as in the quality of its wines. Kiwis have an extensive wine culture. As we walked through the different wineries, we came across collections of ...
There are plenty of reasons to visit the wine regions of New Zealand -- first there are the beautiful views, ranging from green vineyards to rugged mountains, and then there's the warm, friendly atmosphere created by the locals. Combine this with the chance to try some of the world's finest wine in the same area it was produced and you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable trip. New Zealand is home to more than 500 winemakers, spread across 10 wine regions located on both the North and South islands. The most famous wine to come from the country is its award-winning sauvignon blanc, although you'll find a wide variety of white, red and sparkling wines grown here. Most vineyards are found in the coastal regions, as the maritime climate is perfect for growing grapes, and the largest region ...
According to British Wine Expert Oz Clarke, the Marlborough wine region is 'one of the the greatest places on earth to grow vines, producing some of the world's most remarkable wines.' World renown for it's Sauvignon Blanc, the region also produces fine Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. I interview Maverick businessman, Peter Yealands who runs Yealands Estate, a 1,000 Hectare winery that has been hailed the most sustainable winery in the world. Yealands has introduced some innovative sustainable practices in their vineyard, such as grazing miniature 'babydoll' sheep, instead of using mowing equipment, and developing a biodegradable plastic bottle. http://www.yealands.com/ I learn about why the Marlborough region produces such fantastic wine and also get...
James Cameron visits New Zealand's world famous vineyards, on stunning shorelines amidst alpine peaks. Learn more: http://www.newzealand.com/int/feature/discover-new-zealand-wine
New Zealand wines is one of the premier New World wine-growing nations. Its temperate maritime climate and diverse growing regions have allowed a great range of grape varieties to thrive. New Zealands Sauvignon Blanc, for example is thought by many to set the standard for this varietal
Vineyards, Honey & Black Sand Beaches tour with NZWINEPRO. We tasted wine at 3 wineries, ate lunch at a farm-fresh restaurant, bird-watched, and visited Muriwai black sand beach. Tour I did: http://www.nzwinepro.co.nz/vineyards-beaches.aspx Where else you can find me: BLOG - http://captainslogtravels.com INSTAGRAM - http://instagram.com/marijohnson TWITTER - https://twitter.com/missmarijohnson FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/captainslogtravels SNAPCHAT - mari.johnson BEME - marijohnson Californian in a constant state of wanderlust, currently traveling the world. I’m here to share my adventures and give you tips about travel, culture, language, and life. Cameras I use: -Canon G7X https://youtu.be/OZkwodK2_G8 | http://amzn.to/1nzhjIv -GoPro Hero 4 Silver http://amzn.to/1nziebD ...
This documentary chronicles the creation of a Waka Tīwai (a simple hollowed-out log design canoe) in a remote community in Waipoua Forest, Te Tai Tokerau (the northern region of New Zealand). The film was produced as part of a Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga research project, 'Te Rau Titapu', that investigated the ancient maori tradition and practice of 'wānanga' and more modern variants in the present day. This is the previously unreleased directors cut.
Clint "Maven" Evans and Matt "Mr. X" Morello preview Stage 1 of the Call of Duty World League Pro Division. The best teams in North America, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand will battle in regional competition for a shot at their region's prize pool and World League points toward Call of Duty Championship 2016 qualification. Catch every match streamed live at http://www.callofduty.com/CWL, head to http://www.callofduty.com/esports/schedule for the compete Stage 1 schedule. Follow us for the latest in Call of Duty eSports: Web: http://www.callofduty.com/CWL Twitter: https://twitter.com/CODWorldLeague
30 minute virtual treadmill run along 4 tracks in the Queenstown and Mount Cook region of New Zealand. This tread mill run is takes you through some stunning alpine scenery and features great views. Music includes: Prelude No. 18 by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/preludes/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/
Adventist churches of the Wellington region in New Zealand gatehred together in one accord at Lower Hutt Church on May 24, 2014 to fellowship and praise our Lord Jesus Christ. Videographer: Shayne Landall Editor: Gabriel Tupou
This documentary chronicles the creation of a Waka Tīwai (a simple hollowed-out log design canoe) in a remote community in Waipoua Forest, Te Tai Tokerau (the northern region of New Zealand). The film was produced as part of a Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga research project, 'Te Rau Titapu', that investigated the ancient maori tradition a practice of 'wānanga' and more modern variants in the present day.
Clint "Maven" Evans and Matt "Mr. X" Morello recap Week 4 of the Call of Duty World League Pro Division Stage 1, with highlights and coverage from the North America, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand regions. Follow us for the latest in Call of Duty esports: Web: http://www.callofduty.com/CWL Twitter: https://twitter.com/CODWorldLeague
Clint "Maven" Evans and Matt "Mr. X" Morello recap the second week of exciting plays from across the globe of the Call of Duty World League Pro Division Stage 1, with highlights and coverage from the North America, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand regions. Follow us for the latest in Call of Duty esports: Web: http://www.callofduty.com/CWL Twitter: https://twitter.com/CODWorldLeague
Clint "Maven" Evans and Matt "Mr. X" Morello recap the first week of exciting plays from across the globe of the Call of Duty World League Pro Division Stage 1, with highlights and coverage from the North America, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand regions. Follow us for the latest in Call of Duty eSports: Web: http://www.callofduty.com/CWL Twitter: https://twitter.com/CODWorldLeague -- Watch live at http://www.twitch.tv/callofduty
Parrots, also known as psittacines are birds of the roughly 393 species in 92 genera that make up the order Psittaciformes, found in most tropical and subtropical regions. The order is subdivided into three superfamilies: the Psittacoidea ("true" parrots), the Cacatuoidea (cockatoos), and the Strigopoidea (New Zealand parrots). Parrots have a generally pantropical distribution with several species inhabiting temperate regions in the Southern Hemisphere, as well. The greatest diversity of parrots is in South America and Australasia. Characteristic features of parrots include a strong, curved bill, an upright stance, strong legs, and clawed zygodactyl feet. Many parrots are vividly coloured, and some are multi-coloured. Most parrots exhibit little or no sexual dimorphism. They form the mos...
When they say
We were never old enough to care
It's like first of November
And when they say
We were never good enough to love
They've been washed in the holy waters
So I wanna die
With my eyes full life
All the years I survived I knew nothing about
Nothing about
So I wanna die
With my head full life
All the years I survived I knew nothing about
Nothing about so much
Hope we got far
'Cause here it's the same as for a bear
To be stuck inside a bird cage
And if we swim
To see New Zealand with our friends
Oh would you please bury me there
And sing
Together for the new start
I'm sailing
Through the mighty coast lines
As a ghost on a holiday
So I wanna die
With my eyes full life
All the years I survived I knew nothing about
Nothing about
So I wanna die
With my head full life
All the years I survived I knew nothing about