Oceania, islands in the South Pacific Ocean, southeast of Australia.
Polynesians settled New Zealand between the late 1200s and the mid-1300s. They called the land Aotearoa, which legend holds is the name of the canoe t ...
Longitude: 174
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to New Zealand:
14,102.289 km
Terrain:
Predominately mountainous with large coastal plains.
Natural Resources:
Natural gas, iron ore, sand, coal, timber, hydropower, gold, limestone.
Industries:
Agriculture, forestry, fishing, logs and wood articles, manufacturing, mining, construction, financial services, real estate services, tourism.
Population: 5,161,211
Over three-quarters of New Zealanders, including the indigenous Maori, live on the North Island, primarily in urban areas.
Area: 270,467 km2
almost twice the size of North Carolina; about the size of Colorado
Consists of two main islands and a number of smaller islands; South Island, the larger main island, is the 12th largest island in the world and is divided along its length by the Southern Alps; North Island is the 14th largest island in the world and is not as mountainous, but it is marked by volcanism.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| eng | English |
| mri | Māori |
| nzs | New Zealand Sign Language |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| NZD | New Zealand dollar | $ |
Capital City: Wellington
Local time: Friday, December 12 at 4:42 am (GMT+13:00)
The flag of New Zealand has a dark blue field with the flag of the United Kingdom — the Union Jack — in the canton and a representation of the Southern Cross constellation, made up of four five-pointed white-edged red stars, on the fly side of the field.
Bordering Countries
New Zealand has no bordering countries.
New Zealand is a member of the United Nations.
Visiting New Zealand
You're in for a treat! New Zealand is a fascinating place to explore, especially from December to February. Here's what you could encounter:
- Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities
- Rich Maori culture and heritage
- Vibrant cities with modern attractions
- Unpredictable weather conditions
- High cost of living and travel
- Strict biosecurity regulations
- 3MEDIUM RISK
Travel is usually safe, some areas are risky
- New Zealand cuisine includes lamb, seafood, and dairy.
- Popular dishes are meat pies and pavlova.
- Hangi, a traditional Maori feast, is a must-try.
- Visit Milford Sound
- Explore the Hobbiton Movie Set
- Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
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