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The capital of New Zealand, Wellington is situated between Rimutaka Range and Cook Strait. Due to the strategic location of Wellington it was ideal for trade. The city was chosen, in 1839, to be the first major planned settlement for British immigrants. The city is named after Arthur Wellesley, victor of Battle of Waterloo and first Duke of Wellington. Wellington is lined with architectural masterpieces like the New Zealand Parliament Building nicknamed ‘Beehive’’ due to its form and the Government Building which is among the largest wooden buildings in the world. The city is also known to be the cultural capital of the country and is home to the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Royal New Zealand Ballet, the National Library and other cultural establishments.
Things to do in Wellington
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is the national museum of the
country. It opened its doors in 1998 following the merger of the National
Art Gallery and the National Museum. Arts, Pacific Cultures, History,
Taonga Maori and Natural History are the five major collections. They
include dresses from the 16th century, over 20,000 stamps and
related articles and approximately 13,000 contemporary and historic objects
from the Pacific Islands.
Wellington Botanic Garden
The Wellington Botanic Garden is located between Kelburn and Thorndon and
covers 25 hectares of lush green area. The area is a protected native
forest and includes an extensive Rose Garden and Carter Observatory in
addition to the Begonia House which is a huge Victorian Style Glasshouse.
The site also includes the Wellington Cable Car which runs between the top
of the Botanic Garden and Lambton Quay. The Cable Car offers panoramic
views of Wellington and has an on-site museum.
Cuba Street
Cuba Street is among the most popular streets in Wellington. It has a
distinct hip vibe and is lined with chic bistros, boutique stores, cafes,
music outlets, exhibition spaces and art galleries. It is the center of the
Cuba Quarter in the downtown area. Visitors can shop at the pedestrian mall
and plethora of retail outlets here. The CubaDupa, a free street arts
festival, takes place in the Cuba Street with several musical and
theatrical performances in addition to a street food festival.
Best Time to Fly to WellingtonThe best time to take flights to Wellington is during the summer, from December to February and during the spring season, from September to November while the weather is pleasant.
Airports in WellingtonWLG flights are operated to Wellington International Airport. The hub for Air New Zealand, it is situated in the suburb of Rongotai. The airport offers flights to several destinations around the world such as Brisbane, Singapore, Nadi, Napier, and more.