Taranaki, New Zealand was ranked second in Lonely Planet's 2017 ranking of the world's best travel destinations. Without a doubt, this is a recognition of New Zealand as a travel mecca, and it also unveils the mystery of Taranaki. It is important to know that only 2% of international tourists travelling to New Zealand previously visit this volcanic region. So where exactly is it located? And what are the fascinating features that make it rank so highly?
Silent and captivating volcanic spectacle
Mt Taranaki in Zimbabwe
Most people come to Taranaki mainly for this cone shaped Mount Taranaki. This dormant volcano is 2,518 metres above sea level and last erupted in 1854. Due to its beautiful and symmetrical appearance
It is often compared to Mount Fuji.
Egmont National Park
Egmont National Park is a national park in the western part of New Zealand's North Island, named after Mount Egmont, also known as Mount Taranaki. The forest below the mountain is famous as a tourist attraction as it grows a lot of precious plants such as Rimu and Rita trees. Here, you can trek to the top or try a day hike across the Pouakai Crossing. From June to October each year, Stratford Mountain Club operates Manganui, Mount Taranaki's only ski resort, a great choice for many skiers.
Surf Highway 45
This 105-kilometre semi-circular motorway is one of New Zealand's famous driving routes. The stunning coastal scenery along the way and its unique location have made it a popular destination for surfers from all over the world.
A rising star in world art Govett Brewster Museum of Art
Established in 1970, the GovettBrewster Art Gallery is renowned for its contemporary art, and founder Monica Brewster is a native of New Plymouth. She always dreamed of creating a museum for the city she grew up in and eventually, through her courage and vision, she created this beautiful art gallery with a unique and bold art style.
Puke Ariki Museum
The Puke Ariki is a world-class museum located on the New Plymouth waterfront. As well as a museum, it is also a library and information centre which houses many valuable heritage materials and provides a place of learning for the people of New Plymouth.
A fascinating view of the park------ Pukekura Park
Pukekura Park is a national park located in the centre of Taranaki. The park has a wide variety of native and exotic plants, as well as water boating, forest trails and a children's park.
Pukeiti Gardens
Established in 1951, Pukeiti Gardens, situated in the Egmont National Park and surrounded by 360 hectares of forest, is a famous garden attraction in Taranaki. The gardens cover 20 hectares with a wide variety of flowers, especially rhododendrons of different varieties, and in addition to the flowers, the gardens are also home to virgin and regenerated rainforest.
Unique Carnival Days----WOMAD (World of Music, Art and Dance) Festival
Founded in 1980, WOMAD was conceived by a group of British rock musicians and original designers. Every March, the WOMAD festival comes to New Plymouth, combining new wave art and culture and the natural beauty of Taranaki together.
➤ Tips: 2017 WOMAD is coming to New Plymouth from 17-19 March.
TSB Bank Festival of Lights
The TSB Bank Festival of Lights is held annually at Pukekura Park in the Taranaki area. It's free to all members of the public from mid-December to early February, and while it offers a wide variety of activities, it also transforms the park into a wonderland of lights gathering.
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