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New Zealand

New Zealand - this is the most environmentally friendly country on the planet, the edge of the green hills and the wonder-bird Kiwi. Country where warmer in the north than in the south. Where the sun goes to sunset counterclockwise.

NatureThe country has virtually no natural hazards. The fauna contains no poisonous snakes or dangerous wild animals, also almost no blood-sucking insects.

Before the arrival of humans in New Zealand, these Islands were untouched area of the Botanical and geological antiquities, filled with the noise of waterfalls and wind.

Nature

Due to the isolation here divorced unique ecosystem, rooted in the days of Gondwana. Untouched world New Zealand is well preserved. In New Zealand it is still possible to find species that have disappeared in other parts of the world.

NatureOn the Islands, full of natural antiquities and not coming into contact with the outside world, the ball was ruled by birds. For birds, this island was a Paradise where there was no such natural enemies like snakes or carnivorous mammals. They have eliminated the need to fly — the wings have degenerated and turned into the rudiments.

NatureThe turning point for Zelandii New world was the arrival of man. About a thousand years ago the Maori came here. These Polynesian explorers crossed the Pacific ocean in search of new land for settlement. After the arrival of Europeans only worsened the situation. White settlers began to hunt, they brought with them dogs, rats, Martens and other predators previously unknown to the local inhabitants.

Maori

Maori — indigenous people, the main population of New Zealand before the arrival of Europeans. In the māori language the word māori means "normal", "natural" or "normal".

Maori

Maori - natives of Polynesia, and because of this have their own unique culture.For example, greet each other with a Maori touch noses!

Today, Maori is one of the official languages of New Zealand, which is considered a national treasure of the country.

Maori

Very large impressions in ancient times enemies, but today it is travelers produces the Haka (Haka) - a type of ancient dances, performed by Maori warriors traditionally on the battlefield.

MaoriHowever, the most unique and spectacular attribute of culture is a Ta Moko (Ta Moko) - tattoo art and a unique expression of cultural identity of Maori. Each TA Moko reflects a person's ancestry and personal history. In former times this was a sign of social rank, knowledge, skills, and the right to marry.

Some factsWaikato - the longest river of New Zealand (425 km).

Mount cook is the highest point of New Zealand. Its height is 3754 m.

The area of the country comparable to Britain or Japan and is 268 680 km2.

Lake Taupo is the largest lake in New Zealand. It is located in the Central part of the North island surrounded by three active volcanoes.

Some facts

Interesting fact: New Zealand is one of only three countries in the world with two official national

anthems. The first is "God save the Queen" (British national anthem), and the second - "God defend New

Zealand". Also two anthems are Denmark and Canada.

Some factsWellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. The city has excellent tourist infrastructure and some unusual attractions. Also, Wellington is the southernmost capital of the world, which causes him even more interest among tourists.

Some factsEvery year in New Zealand recorded more than 400 earthquakes!

Average life expectancy for men is 76 years and women 81

The most ancient reptile that has survived since the days of the dinosaurs, is three-eyed lizard, hatteria*, or tuatara. This lizard lives more than 150 years.

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