Maps of New Zealand

You should not be surprised if a local resident mentions the word "kiwi" in a conversation when it is not about birds, fruit or the payment system. Many locals call themselves that here, recalling the self-designation of the first Maori settlers. Kiwis are open, friendly, and quite punctual. More than half of the city's residents are from Europe. So tourists will feel quite comfortable here. The British did not subdue New Zealand territories in the 19th century. They made a vassalage agreement. … Read more