Official Language:
English
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Currency:
New Zealand Dollar
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Population:
Approximately 82,500 people call Tauranga home.
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for Tauranga: Climate and current weather information for Tauranga:Tauranga's climate in summer is superb! Tauranga offers more than 2,400 hours of sunshine year round. Tauranga receives on average 1,200-1,600 mm of rain per year. Thunderstorms are not uncommon. The sunny and warm days makes Tauranga a paradise! Enjoy Mediterranean conditions during European Winter with temperatures in the mid 70°F/21°C. With the coast to the north and a protective mountain range in the south, Tauranga's weather and climate is very stable.
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Located on the eastern Bay of Plenty, and approximately 86 km from Rotorua. The name Tauranga means "shelter," or "resting place". Tauranga is the center of a large citrus fruit growing area. Also home to many other sub-tropical fruits. Just across the harbour is the major port, Mt Maunganui. This is the major overseas outlet for the timber industry that is established in the centre of the North Island. Tauranga is a meeting spot for thousands of those on holiday. The beautiful sands and sparkling waters make this spot an irresistible attraction.
Tauranga is a large part of New Zealand’s history. A good amount of the wars over Maori land were fought locally in the early 1860s. After the famous Treaty of Waitangi, in which the Maori chiefs acknowledged the British sovereignty, Tauranga was on its way to becoming a farm community and port.
Tauranga is the second fastest growing town in New Zealand, behind Queenstown that expands at a faster rate. A safe and exciting destination. Tauranga has everything to offer to cruise ship passengers.
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Hot springs:
A great experience. You will find yourself wanting to spend the entire day and night just soaking in the bubbling saltwater pools.
Water sports:
If you enjoy water sports, then Tauranga is the place for you. The fishing here is great, while yachting and sailing are extremely popular.
The White Island Volcano:
The only live marine volcano in New Zealand. Guided tours and hikes are quite popular.
Waitomo Caves:
An underground network of water formed caves and limestone grottoes.
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More Information |
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Web:http://www.kiwitourism.com/cityoftauranga/area_guide.htm
Web:http://url.co.nz/cgi-bin/searchnz.cgi?category=tour
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