The first postcard we’ve received comes from AUCKLAND, the largest and most populous city in New Zealand, as Stephanie says.
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| Auckland (aerial view) |
Auckland is located in the North Island of New
Zealand. With a population of
1,413,700, Auckland constitutes 31% of the country's population. Auckland lies
between the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean to the east, the low Hunua Ranges
to the south-east, the Manukau Harbour to the south-west, and the Waitakere
Ranges and smaller ranges to the west and north-west. Auckland is part of
the wider Auckland Region, which includes rural areas and smaller towns
north plus the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, resulting in a total
population of 1,527,100.
AUCKLAND IS FAMOUS FOR…
…its multiculturalism. Auckland is home to many different
cultures: the majority of inhabitants are of descendants of British and/or
Irish, but substantial Māori, Pacific Islander and Asian communities exist as
well. Auckland has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world
and a higher proportion of people of Asian origin than the rest of New Zealand.
Ethnic groups from all corners of the world have a presence in Auckland, making
it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world.
LANDMARKS
Auckland Beaches
From wild black-sand surf beaches to sheltered golden bays,
there are thousands of beaches throughout the greater Auckland region!
Auckland Harbour Bridge
The Auckland Harbour Bridge is 1020-metre motorway-bridge
over the Waitemata Harbour. It is the second-longest road bridge in New
Zealand, and the longest in the North Island.
Takarunga / Mount Victoria
Takarunga is the highest volcano on Auckland's North Shore,
rising to 87 m. Its age is currently unknown. Its lava flows now line much of
Devonport's waterfront.
The Sky Tower
The Sky Tower is an observation and telecommunications tower
whose 328 metres make it the tallest man-made structure in the Southern
Hemisphere.
Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay, featured in Stephanie’s postcard, is a coastal
suburb located located on the Tamaki
Estuary, in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf. It is well known for the Half Moon Bay
Marina, home to over 500 boats.
LIFESTYLE
Auckland is considered to be one of the best cities in the
world. The 2014 Mercer Quality of Living Survey ranked Auckland 3rd place in
the world on its list, while the Economist Intelligence Unit's World's most
liveable cities index of 2015 ranked Auckland in 9th place. Positive aspects of
Auckland life are its mild climate, plentiful employment and educational
opportunities, as well as numerous leisure facilities.
If you
want to know more about Auckland, watch the following video:
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