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Black sand beaches trim New Plymouth, located on the western
coast of North Island, that play host to Tasman Sea surfs
rolling ashore in breathtaking succession. The snow-covered
volcanic Mount Taranaki forms the backdrop of the city landscape
that is packed with tourist attractions. The offshore oilrigs
also make New Plymouth the 'oil town' of New Zealand.
Tourist Attractions in New Plymouth
New Plymouth is one of liveliest towns in New Zealand that
has many tourist attractions on display. New Plymouth, with
Tours of New Zealand packages, is an ideal holiday destination
for relaxation and fun.
Famous for art galleries, creative and festive spirit, landscaped
gardens, expansive farmlands, Rhododendrons, rare wildlife
and vegetation, and pleasant temperate weather, New Plymouth
also hosts countless art and cultural festivals throughout
the year.
Mount Taranaki in New Plymouth
The backdrop for Last Samurai supposedly set in Japan, Mount
Taranaki could easily be a part of the lofty volcanic mountain
ranges rimming the Pacific Ring of Fire. Instead, it is the
birthplace of legends, 50 rivers and streams, and houses some
of the most rare flora and fauna in the entire New Zealand.
Its 2518 m of height draped in snow is apt for hiking, climbing,
skiing and photography.
Egmont National Park in New Plymouth
Covering the lower reaches of Mount Taranaki, Egmont National
Park is a haven for bird watchers and nature lovers. It also
provides a summit that can be easily trekked and climbed by
those of us who get tizzy at heights.
Puke Ariki in New Plymouth
A Maori museum, interactive library and heritage center, Puke
Ariki also makes for a delightful walk to the Len Lye's Wind
Wand sculpture on the 6 km long coastal walkway.
Pukekura Park in New Plymouth
Pukekura Park is a place where the whole family can laugh
and relax on a day picnic. The Children's Zoo and bush walks
are the other activities you can indulge in at the Pukekura
Park, located close to the Pukekura Raceway.
Activities in tourist attractions in New Plymouth
For the proximity of the volcanic mountainous region to the
surf beaches on the wild west coast, New Plymouth offers skiing
and surfing facilities, all in a single day in a single place.
The other popular activities that you can indulge in, on your
tour to New Plymouth with Tours to New Zealand packages, include
city tours to museums, galleries, heritage buildings, farms,
beaches, gardens, spas and thermal pools.
For sporty tourists, there is golf, rugby, horse racing at
Pukekura Raceway, and cricket in the spectator sports category
and fishing, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, climbing, trekking
and hiking in the adventure sports categories.
How to Reach New Plymouth
New Plymouth's domestic highway connects it with Auckland
and Queensland on a daily basis.
Theme Highways
Besides guided tours, you can also tour New Plymouth by road
on theme highways - The Surf Highway and Forgotten World Highway.
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