As you go down the South Island's East Coast, towards the north of Banks Peninsula lies Christchurch, the largest city of New Zealand's South Island. Situated on the East Coast of South Island, New Zealand's Garden City, Christchurch is also known as "The City Of Contrasts". It is the country's Second Largest Urban City.
Christchurch is a warehouse of Dynamism. Sophisticated Business Ambience, World Class Education System, Rich Art & Culture, Scrumptious Cuisines and Top Notch Wines. Christchurch definitely sets unparalleled standards.
With the population of about 372,600, its citizens lead a fun, active and healthy life.
Blue sky rules all round the year. Christchurch generally has a Dry and Temperate kind of a climate. Summers are usually Mild and Sunny with Low Humidity. During Winters Frosts alongside soft mornings whereas clear and calm days. Autumn is the period of Composed Weather. Spring is the major highlight of the region. Though South Island's largest city is in full swing all round the year, but spring brings with itself plenty more reasons to enjoy and welcome the tourists from all round the world.
Canterbury Association gave the name Christchurch to the city that surrounded the province of Canterbury. As per the records Christchurch is New Zealand's Oldest Established City. Christchurch also enjoys the name of "A Golden City"
About 30% of the city is occupied by Parks, Natural Reserves and Recreation Areas. These Beautiful Parks and The Stunning Gardens of the city are the reasons behind wining an International Garden City Award.
Christchurch City is a Wonderful Holiday Spot. At the same time it also offers an easy access to the heart of South Island. Christchurch International Airport is considered as New Zealand's traveler's gateway. When you travel towards North Hot Pools, Vineyards and Oceanic Wildlife welcomes you to the world of fun and delight. Journey towards West would take you to the world of adventure over The Southern Alps. When you go further down you get the opportunity to explore The Mighty Aoraki / Mount Cook.
It gives umpteenth opportunities to ski at The Best Alpine Resort, Play Golf, Mountain Biking, Bungy Jump, Hot - Air Ballooning, Wind Surfing, Rafting, Whale Watching and Sightseeing. Christchurch has everythingfor the tourists to enjoy.
On 4 September 2010, a major Earthquake struck Christchurch. It caused sever damage to the city. However, the Christchurch is back in its full spirit to let the world marvel by its beauty.
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