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Today we'll be taking a look at one of the world's most beautiful countries - New Zealand. With geysers, mountains, fjords, and waterfalls dotting the landscape - along with some of the of the world's most beautiful cities - any trip here is truly unforgettable.

We'll start off in the countryside on the South Island - with the sheep population outnumbering people 7 to 1 - expect to see sheep and plenty of them for as far as the eye can see.


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You may get stuck in a traffic jam or two here as well..


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New Zealand is a land of incredible natural wonders, and one of its most beautiful destinations can be found deep in Fiordland National Park. Cascading 1,904 feet from Lake Quill, there's really no other place on Earth like the incredible Sutherland Falls.


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Further north in Fiordland National Park is another one of New Zealand's wonders - Milford Sound. This incredibly grand fiord is a natural treasure, with towering peaks and pristine forests surrounding its shores. Not surprisingly, the fiord is a popular cruise ship destination as well.


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Our last stop on the South Island is none other than New Zealand's tallest point - 12,218 foot tall Mount Cook. The Maoris of the Ngai Tahu tribe who live here believe the mountain has a sacred connection as well - Aoraki (as its referred to in their language) is believed to be the most sacred of ancestors from which they descend.


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New Zealand is also a land of geysers - and some of the most amazing ones can be found in Rotorua. The famed Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times a day - at heights up to 100 feet tall - making it one of the most popular attractions in the area.


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Our last stop will be in New Zealand's largest city - Auckland. Founded back in 1840, it's served as an important industrial and business center ever since, as well as being one of the chief seaports in the region. The skyline is home to a variety of stunning buildings - but they're all dwarfed by the magnificent Sky Tower. Rising 722 feet above the city, the observation deck offers some truly incredible views of the city - and if you're brave enough, bungee jumping as well.



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St. Patrick's Cathedral in the heart of downtown is one of the most beautiful sights in the city.


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Some overviews of Auckland's stunning skyline.


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-korver


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Previous Update: "Toronto"

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Being a New Zealand and a former resident of Auckland I enjoyed this update greatly!

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Lookin' great!  *:8)

Appears there's a lot of MMP work in the countryside - looks excellent.   Really like the city scenes, too.  (Hehe - I think spotted a Maxis building in one of them :P

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Simply astonishing. :ohyes: New Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world IMO and I think you reflected really well that beauty. Nice job!

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A zillion details I could comment on, but that little puff of smoke on the sheep ranch is just... perfect!   The sheep would make a good wall hanging in a bedroom for counting to help get to sleep.

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@redfox85 Thank you for the comment *:) Despite all the research on New Zealand I did for the update, I never knew that was the Maori name, pretty cool!

@JP Schriefer Thank you, glad you liked the animations! *:)

@mike_oxlong Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed it! *:)

@RobertLM78 Thank you very much! Yeah, some of those pics are pretty much 100% MMP work, it took an eternity to plant all those trees *:P  Glad you liked it.

@Bastet69008 Thanks! I think when you mentioned New Zealand that one time it must have inspired me to work on this update *:)

@TekindusT Thank you for the nice words! I think it went up my list as well after working on this update, its truly breathtaking.

@SC4L0ver Thanks for the comment and for the kind words!

@Ducio Thanks! I've been using trying to take advantage of those when possible, glad you enjoyed it.

@Ling Ziming Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment *:)

@RandyE Thanks *:thumb: I always pay close attention to those small details, they can really make all the difference in a scene!

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