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| Welcome
to Thorndon, one of Wellington’s oldest and most historic
city suburbs. Within a minute’s walk of Ascot Cottage,
you can experience a by-gone era with historic houses, indulge
in a variety of cuisine at one of the many local restaurants
or shop for clothes, jewellery, gifts, antiques and art. Thorndon
is fun, vibrant, and alive. |
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on is the Botanical
Gardens which feature the Lady Norwood Rose Garden, and
the Begonia House. The Birthplace of Katherine Mansfield, the
historic homestead of New Zealand’s most famous author
can be found at the north end of Thorndon. |
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WELLINGTON
Wellington City is 10 minutes walk away, or 2 minutes by bus.
Here you can experience Wellington’s wonderful waterfront
and the Golden Mile shopping area of Lambton Quay. Major city
venues include Westpac Stadium, commonly used for sport and
concerts, theatres, cinemas, Te
Papa Museum, Parliament
Buildings , and the Cable
Car – unique to Wellington and where you can enjoy
a ride to the top of Kelburn and experience the view over Wellington.
A short journey away is the Karori
Wildlife Sanctuary , an inland island filled with native
bird life. |
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Papa Museum is the newest and one of New Zealand’s
most exciting museums. Located centrally at the edge of Wellington’s
waterfront, it features Mana Whenua – the world of Maori,
interactive displays, including an earthquake house, Discovery
Centres for children, and the Time Warp zone for exciting rides.
Te Papa also has interesting short-term exhibitions. |
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