Two main islands - The North Island with beaches - The South Island with mountains
The country’s climate is mild and temperate, its landscapes dramatic and varied – often breathtaking.
An extraordinary flora and fauna inspired the Silver fern as National Emblem.
The Koru, an unfurling fern frond inspired the Maori carving and tattoo.
The endemic flightless kiwi is a national icon.
Whereas a Romney ewe with her lambs grazing do remind us of today’s economy.
British culture and roots are obvious. Dunedin the “University Town" retains a strong Scottish flavour.
New Zealand a preserved country in a modern world.
