Ōtautahi Christchurch and Canterbury

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The Canterbury region, which includes the city of Ōtautahi Christchurch, covers a large swath of the central South Island, from the Pacific Coast to the Southern Alps. Here, you’ll find the country’s largest expanse of plains and some of its most rugged mountains, along with spectacular volcanic, geothermal, coastal, and agricultural regions. This diverse geography makes it a mecca for outdoor attractions – ideal for sightseeing, mountaineering, snow sports, water sports, cycling, hiking, and everything in between.

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