Overview
New Zealand is an island country in the south western Pacific Ocean. New Zealand is made up of two main islands and a number of smaller islands, located near the center of the water hemis phere. New Zealand is with a parliamentary democracy and Elizabeth II is the Queen of New Zealand and the head of state. English is the main language in New Zealand, spoken by 95% of the population.
Weather
New Zealand experience all four season’s that is summer, winter, autumn and spring. Summers are from December to February; autumn are from March to May, winters are from June to August and springs are from September to November. In summers maximum temperature goes to 20* to 25*C whereas in winters maximum temperature goes to 10* to 15*C.
Tourist Attractions
New Zealand has endless list of attractions to explore. Some of the prime tourist attraction points are Milford Sound; Bay of Islands; Lake Taupo; Sky Tower; Waitomo Caves; Coronet Park; Treble Cone; Rainbpw’s End; Waiheke Island; Auckland Zoo; Eden park; Fox Glacier; Lake Wanaka; Lake Wakatipu; Doubtful Sound; Rainbow Warrior; Orna Wildlife Park and last but not the least is Abel Tasman National Park is a national park located at the north end of the South Island of New Zealand.
Beaches
New Zealand beaches also fascinate every tourist to spend some quality time. Some of the most visited beaches in New Zealand are Piha Beach, West Auckland, Karekare, West Auckland, Kaiteriteri Beach, Nelson, Whale Bay, Raglan, Mission Bay, Auckland, Ocean Beach, Mount Maunganui, Wainui Beach, Gisborne, and Ninety Mile Beach in Northland.
Water/Adventure Sports
For adventure lovers New Zealand holds many adventure water sports like diving, fishing, boating adventure, Jet Ski.
Nightlife
There are many night clubs to enjoy nightlife and the city also organizes events, concerts and gigs frequently.
Cuisine
New Zealand cuisine has its own local ingredients and seasonal taste. In New Zealand households, dinner is the main meal of the day. Family members gatherand share their meal together. The best part of New Zealand is that many get-togethers has a custom known as 'bring a plate' or 'potluck' in which each guest will bring a plate of food to share. Food courts have become popular these days. There are choices of food to pick from Thai, Indian, Turkish, Malaysian, and Japanese to Chinese.
Must try food in New Zealand are Hangi food, Pavlova, Colonial goose, Lolly cake, Pork and puha, Hokey pokey ice cream, Anzac biscuits, Afghan biscuits and Sausage sizzle, Fish and chips, Roast lamb and mutton, Vegemite (the Australian version) and Marmite, Scones, Lamingtons, Meat pies.