New Zealand travel costs

The cost of traveling to New Zealand varies from person to person.

New Zealand, with its capital Wellington, is located in the southwest Pacific Ocean, facing Australia across the Tasman Sea to the west. The country consists of two large islands, South Island and North Island, Stewart Island and some nearby small islands. Between the North and South Islands is the Cook Strait, which has a temperate maritime climate. The whole territory is mountainous, with narrow plains and rich forest resources. The total area is about 270,000 square kilometers, with a coastline of about 15,000 kilometers. The country has 11 regions, 5 single jurisdictions, and 67 regional administrative agencies.

Since 1350, Maori have settled in New Zealand. In 1642, Dutch navigators landed in New Zealand. From 1769 to 1777, British Captain Cook visited New Zealand five times. After that, the British immigrated to New Zealand in large numbers and declared their occupation. On February 6, 1840, the British forced the Maori chiefs to sign the Treaty of Waitangi, and New Zealand became a British colony.

History of New Zealand

In the 10th century, Polynesian navigators from the Cook Islands and Tahiti came to New Zealand in canoes. By the 12th century, many settlements were spread across the country. Since 1350, Maori people have settled in New Zealand. In 1642, Dutch navigator Abel Jansson Tasman discovered the west coast of New Zealand during his ocean adventure, but he was attacked by Maori when he attempted to land and left quickly.

From 1769 to 1777, the British Captain Cook visited New Zealand five times. After that, the British immigrated to New Zealand in large numbers and declared its occupation. Later, people who fished for seals and whales also came here, missionaries soon followed, and settlements began to be gradually established. On February 6, 1840, the British forced the Maori chiefs to sign the Treaty of Waitangi. In 1856, New Zealand became a self-governing British colony.

Reference for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia—New Zealand