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New Plymouth is dominated by the towering 2,518 metre height of Mt
Taranaki, whose mystical appearance changes with the seasons. In winter the
peak glistens with snow cover while in summer the slopes show green
vegetation. With easy signposted walkways the volcano is the most climbed
peak in the country offering spectacular vistas and its proximity to the
city makes the summit an enjoyable picnic destination.
New Plymouth may be off the beaten tourist track, but offers reasonably
priced accommodation with a developing café culture, numerous interesting
attractions from museums, galleries to gardens and wonderful opportunities
to explore nature from the peaks of an extinct volcano.
For New Plymouth accommodation
click here.
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