New Zealand
Official languages:
English (98%)
Mori (4.2%)
NZ Sign Language (0.6%)
History
The first settlers were Eastern Polynesians
somewhere around 800 and 1300 AD
These settlers developed into a distinct
culture known as Mori
First European Abel Janszoon Tasman in
1642
British explorer James Cook in 176871
Culture and sports
Large festivals are held in celebration of Diwali and
Chinese New Year. The world's largest Polynesian
festival, Pasifika, is an annual event in Auckland.
Diwaliis a major Indian and Nepalese holiday.
Popular sports are rugby, cricket, bowls, netball,
soccer, golf , swimming and tennis.
New Zealand has won more Olympic gold medals
than any other country.
Main tourist attractions
Mount Cook
Mount Ruapehu and Lake Taupo
White Island
Bay of Islands
Things to do in New Zealand
Birdwatching
Black Water rafting
Bungee Jump in
Auckland
Swimming with dolphins
in Kaikoura
Whale watching
Shark cage diving
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