View of the Putangirua Pinnacles in southern Wairarapa, New Zealand. This unusual geological formation is a major attraction in...
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The Wairarapa region to the north-east of Wellington that is famous for its wineries, vineyards, and cafes & restaurants. Located just an hour’s drive from Wellington, Wairarapa offers diverse attractions. Explore Martinborough’s vineyards or visit Cape Palliser, the North Island’s southernmost point.
Even the drive from Wellington to the Wairarapa is scenic. The Remutaka Hill road unveils views of this rural region from ranges to the west, plains in the center, and a rugged coastline to the south.
Attractions here include the unusual Putangirua Pinnacles, Waiohine Gorge, Cape Palliser, and the quaint fishing town of Ngawi.
The Wairarapa is also a Dark Sky Reserve, and the only one located in the North Island. It is also the most accessible in the country.
View of Palliser Bay with Otakaha Stream flowing into the bay below. The unusual tall plants in the foreground...
Toetoe, refers to a genus of tall, tussock-forming grass native to New Zealand. It is characterized by its bronze...
A weathered limestone cliff along the Palliser Bay Road in Wairarapa offers a picturesque view. This coastal route leads...
Whatarangi Bluff is a notable geological feature located in the Wairarapa region of New Zealand. This eroded limestone cliff...
View of Palliser Bay from the road that traverses Otakaha Stream below. This coastal area is the location for...
The Otakaha Stream flows through Aorangi Forest Park, close to the township of Ngawi. Cape Palliser Road hasa bridge...
View of Featherston in the Wairarapa district. The town is a medium sized rural settlement meeting the needs of...
The Royal Hotel, situated at 22 Revans Street in Featherston, is a historic establishment nestled in the Wairarapa region....
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