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Church of the Good Shepherd
On the shores of the
stunning glacial Lake Tekapo is the charming little stone Church of the
Good Shepherd, reputedly the most photographed church in New Zealand —
an accolade entirely due to the spectacular view of the Southern Alps
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Farmer’s Best Friend
In a nation famed for its
strong agricultural bent, it is hardly surprising that there’s a statue
to the farmer’s best friend. Just a short distance away from the Church
of the Good Shepherd is the statue of a collie dog, ‘without the help of
which, the grazing of this mountain country would be impossible. |
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Mount Cook
There’s little point coming here
without seeing New Zealand’s highest mountain summit, known to the
Maoris as Aoraki. The best way to get close is by scenic flights, either
by fixed wing aeroplane or helicopter. Some of the more adventurous hike
and climb the mountain face. Along the side of the mountain runs the
30km long Tasman Glacier, the world’s longest outside the Himalayas. Ski
trips down the glacier are possible.
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Walking Trails
There are numerous short or day
walks available around the village and the surrounding valley. The most
popular lead up to Kea Point and Hooker Valley. The surrounding park is
a World Heritage Area, protected for its outstanding natural value. |
