5/2/08 we transited at Changi airport terminal 3, this new terminal so new and it is so high tech compare to our lovely KLIA. After the long haul 10hr flying with SIA, we arrived at Christchurch airport at 10am 6/2/08.
Before posting the picture, let's have little introduction about this lovely contry.....
New Zealand is the youngest country on earth - the last major landmass to be discovered. It has a rich and fascinating history, reflecting both Maori and European heritage. Amazing Maori historic sites and taonga (treasures), some dating back almost a thousand years, are a contrast to many beautiful colonial buildings.
An 1840 treaty between Maori and the British Crown is New Zealand’s founding document. Today, the Treaty of Waitangi has a major impact on all New Zealanders. Only a thousand years ago, Maori became the first people to migrate to New Zealand. Since then, people have come from around the world to settle here.
New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords and lush rainforests. Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado or Japan, New Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's least crowded countries.
It is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation makes it an ideal year-round holiday destination.
With vast open spaces filled with stunning rugged landscapes, gorgeous beaches, often spectacular geothermal and volcanic activity, a temperate climate and fascinating animal and plant life, and it is no surprise that New Zealand’s pure natural environment is so attractive to visitors from other countries. And the great advantage of New Zealand is there are many different landscapes, environments, and ecosystems so close to each other.
(source: http://www.newzealand.com/)
We explore around the city after settle down our luggage in Stonehurst Accomodation. Christchurch is the South Island’s largest city, and is an entertaining mixture of refined lifestyle and cultural excitement. The tranquil Avon River meanders through the city, historic buildings house a lively arts community and restored trams make it easy for visitors to get around.
(Cathedral Square is the city centre of Christchurch)
Inverted cone alongside Cathedral Square
Avon River
Christchurch City and Tram
