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| Christchurch might be young (150 years old this year) but it’s buildings give the impression of a city that wants to be old. The central city houses a wonderful collection of neo-gothic stone buildings well worth visiting. Standing on any number of bridges throughout the city, watching Edwardian dressed punters drifting along the river, it would be easy to think you were in England. But there is much more to this city than replicating old England. Arts, culture, and adventure abound.
Inner city Christchurch is made for walking. It is flat and the streets are laid out in grid from Cathedral Square so getting lost is not easy. To see what is available in the inner city, or cultural precinct as it has been named, check out http://www.culturalprecinct.co.nz |
| Ever since Robert Scott and then Ernest Shackleton used Christchurch as their expedition launch point, Christchurch has been a gateway to the Antarctic. So its natural that the International Antarctic Center would also find its home here. Located just minutes away from Christchurch airport, the center houses interactive exhibits and audio visual shows, including the very, very cold ice cave and... |
| Cathedral Square is the center of Christchurch. A pedestrian only area, the best time to visit is lunchtime during the week. Grab some food from one of the many food stalls or cafes, find a seat, and wait for the entertainment to begin. Various individuals, each with their own agenda, mounted on soapboxes and stepladders, battle it out daily. You may be shocked or even insulted, but you will not... |
| This fascinating collection of neo-gothic stone buildings used to be the University of Canterbury. Today it is a thriving arts and crafts center, with more than 40 permanent shops, galleries and cafes spread throughout the complex. Clearly popular with locals and visitors alike, the best time to visit is during the weekends when the adjacent carpark turns into a colourful collection of crafts and... |
| Explore your creativity and go on a carving adventure with the Bone Dudes. Working in a small studio (capacity 7 people), you are taught how to use simple hand tools to create a lasting reminder of your visit to New Zealand. You can work from your own design or use one of the 16 contemporary designs provided. Run by John Fraser, this workshop is a great way to learn about the history of bone... |
| It’s a cliché, but ‘on a clear day you can see forever’ from the top of Mount Cavendish. Getting there is easy, just hop into gondala which will take you up the side of this long extinct volcano. Once there, admire the 360 degree views of Christchurch., Lyttleton Harbor, and the Southern Alps. Find out about the areas history in the Time Tunnel. There’s also a café and restaurant on site. ... |
| A great way to explore Christchurch is to hop on the Tram. It’s 2.5 km circuit passes by or through most of the main attractions within the city center. It takes 25 minutes to do the whole circuit or you can jump on and off as you wish. The $12.50 ticket is good for two consecutive days |
| Meandering through the city, the Avon River is an ever present part of the landscape. So it’s no surprise that activities involving the Avon River are many. The Antigua Boat Sheds, an institution in the Christchurch since the 1880s, provide canoes and paddle boats that can be taken along the river into the botanic gardens. http://www.boatsheds.co.nz/. For the less energetic, there is ‘punting’ in... |
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