Christchurch District

Canterbury

A pre-earthquake picture I took during a visit in 2006. Very sad to see the damage caused to this great city.
A pre-earthquake picture I took during a visit in 2006. Very sad to see the damage caused to this great city.
The South Brighton, newly rebuilt after the 2010-2011 Christchurch Earthquakes
“#goldenhour” Taylors Mistake, Canterbury, NZ. A worthwhile trip through Sumner to this well known Surfing Beach. This lone surfer made my day.
The Anglican Cathedral still stands in the center of town, but sadly without it's steeple, due to the earthquake in 2011.

Popular cities in Christchurch District

Christchurch
Christchurch
Known for Gardens, Cafes and Business
Known for its green spaces, New Zealand’s “Garden City” also offers plenty of restaurants, bars, boutiques and outdoor adventure sports.

Reasons to visit

  • Sumner Beach
  • Lyttelton Harbour
  • New Brighton Beach
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Akaroa which includes mountains
Akaroa
Known for Boating, Dolphins and Tours
Swim with dolphins, sail around the bay and visit a sculpture and mosaic garden in this charming French and British colonial town in a volcanic setting.

Reasons to visit

  • Akaroa Wharf
  • Akaroa Lighthouse
  • Akaroa Museum
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The Summit Road around the Banks Peninsula is so scenic and the views are spectacular, even if the roads are a bit gnarly and not for the faint of heart
Pigeon Bay
Head to sights like Banks Peninsula as you discover the local area in Pigeon Bay.

Reasons to visit

  • Banks Peninsula
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Little River
Little River
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Relaxing
Bike or hike along a historic rail trail, visit a working sheep farm, browse a gallery and a railway museum and enjoy the nature of this water-rich destination.
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Diamond Harbour
Diamond Harbour
Venture to sights like Church Bay as you discover the local area in Diamond Harbour.
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Scenic View of Duvauchelle, South Island, New Zealand
Duvauchelle
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Duvauchelle.
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