A Complete Guide To Top 15 Cities in New Zealand
Wellington :
Wellington as we all know is the capital city of Newzealand. This city is filled with activities and many areas to explore. This city is located at the south western tip of the Northern islands. It has beaches and mountains where you can swim and trek. This city is also known for its food and it’s the culinary capital of New Zealand and has several cafes and award winning restaurants. Some of the places to visit here are the Wellington cable car, Museums, The beehives, Mount Victoria and more. The population here is 2.13 lakhs. The average household income is $37,314 and the cost of living for a single person for a month is $3,234.
The con in this city is that there are cold winters and windy weather and the pros in this city are there is good food and there is always something to do. Some of the universities here are the Victoria University of Wellington, the University of Otago Wellington, the New Zealand School of Music and more.
Auckland:
Christchurch :
Tauranga :
Napier :
Napier is one of the most romantic cities to visit in Newzealand and it is located on the northern island. It has several beaches and museums to visit. This city was built after a destructive earthquake. This city is the largest producer of wool, apples, pears and stone fruits.
The population here is 65,000. The average median income here is $28,000 and the cost of living per person is $1,210. Some of the places to visit here are Cape Kidnappers, National Aquarium of New Zealand, Estate Winery and more. The con in this city is that it has a laid back lifestyle and the pro is that there are less crimes here. Some of the universities here are Eastern Institute of Technology and Tairawhiti Polytechnic.
Queenstown :
Nelson :
Palmerston North :
Rotura :
Rotura is located on the northern island of New Zealand. This city is known for its geothermal activity and it is a part of the Volcanic zone. It has bubbling mud pools shooting geysers and natural hot springs. The population here is 77,300. The average median income is 83,800 NZD and cost of living per month is 772NZ$.
Some of the places to visit here are Te Puia, Polynesian Spa, Volcanic valley and more. The pro is that there are good outdoor activities and the con is that this city is smelly.
Hastings :
Hastings is one of the best cities in New Zealand because of its Mediterranean climate, hence you can visit this city all throughout the year. This city is known for its wineries and delicious seafood. There are plenty of orchards and boutiques. The population here is 88,000. The average median income is $22,600 and the cost of living per month is 1375. Some of the places to visit here are the Splash planet, art gallery, farmers market and more. The pros in this city are that there are less crime rates
and good schools the con is that there are less job opportunities. The University here is the Lindisfarne college.
Taupo :
Whangarei :
Invercargill :
New Plymouth :
New Plymouth is an important city of the Taranaki region, New Zealand. It has the coastal walkways and mesmerizing botanical gardens. This city receives adequate sunlight and it’s vibrant. There are many galleries and restaurants. The population here is 80,695 people. The median average income is $56,160 and the cost of living here is 1,400 NSD. Some of the places to visit here are the galleries, coastal walkaways, Puke Ariki and more. The pros in this city are that the government is progressive and it is least corrupt and the con is that there are a lot of mosquitos and sandflies. The University of Plymouth is located here.
This is a wrap up of the fifteen cities in New Zealand. Each city has its own pros and cons to it.
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