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Auckland - Auckland

Auckland, although not the capital any more, is the biggest city in New Zealand. The city has been in existence since the Maoris inhabited this area in 1350 AD. Auckland was the capital from 1840 after the signing of the Treaty of Waitanga when it was moved from Russell, until it was moved again in 1865 to its currebt position in Wellington.

The city is named after Lord Auckland, who at the time was the Viceroy of India and a British hero.



Auckland Airport is th only place I've been where you collect your suitcases before passing through immigration.

  • Last visit to Auckland: Nov 1995
  • Intro Written Sep 14, 2004
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Underwater tunnels - Auckland Underwater tunnels Things to Do (8)

We walk through plastic tunnels in the aquarium on moving footpaths, my favourite part of this complex. I especially... more travel advice

Little things for little minds..... - Auckland Little things for little minds..... Things to Do (8)

We amuse ourselves for a few minutes taking a photograph at the cardboard cut-out. It's touristy, but what the heck! more travel advice

Penguins - Auckland Penguins Things to Do (8)

Being a penguin fanatic, I am taken with the penguins in the place. At the ubiquitous gift shop at the end of the tour,... more travel advice

Whale attack! - Auckland Whale attack! Things to Do (8)

Round the corner on the "snowcat" and Disney-style seals are attacked by a whale. more travel advice

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    kiwi's Profile Photo
    Aug 11, 2010 at 1:35 AM

    I'm grouping the restaurant tips, was the revolving restaurant up the SkyTower?

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    SLLiew's Profile Photo
    Oct 21, 2008 at 12:24 PM

    Auckland is a nice place to live. Blue skies and blue oceans and green hills.

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    ZanieOR's Profile Photo
    Nov 2, 2004 at 8:50 AM

    Want to visit New Zealand someday, and Auckland MAY be on the list. Thanks for the tips.

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    kyoub's Profile Photo
    Sep 21, 2004 at 2:35 PM

    Auckland seems to be a very interesting city. Thanks for the great tips and photos.

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