HISTORY Why is it famous?

Maori were the inhabitants of New The movie The Lord of the Rings was filmed there. The
trilogy was filmed entirely in New Zealand. Filming locations
Zealand. Māui was the gifted demigod
spanned more than 150 locations in both the North and the
who created New Zealand islands.
South Islands. They are also making trips for tourists and

NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand, Māori Aotearoa, an island
country in the South Pacific Ocean, the
southwesternmost part of Polynesia. and
Australia, is its nearest neighbor (1,600km).
New Zealand is a land of great contrasts
and diversity. Active volcanoes, spectacular
caves, deep glacier lakes, verdant valleys,
dazzling fjords, long sandy beaches, and the
spectacular snowcapped peaks of the
New Zealanders also are called "kiwi"
which comes from the little bird kiwi, its
feathers were used to make cloaks.
Just like the bird, New Zealanders are
unique and adaptable, they share a set
of values that arise from Maori culture,
they love outdoor activities.
New Zealand was a part of British
colonies and made a big impact on New
Zealand’s growth and development.
locals to Hobbiton movie sets and according to people's
opinions, it is a very impressive place to visit.
Māori culture. It's an integral part of life in New Zealand. It is
known for its traditional and contemporary arts. Traditional
arts such as carving, weaving, kapa haka (group
performance), whaikorero (oratory), and moko (tattoo) are
practiced throughout the country. They believe in gods which
represent the sky, earth, forests, and forces of nature. The
Maori people are passionate, humble, warm-hearted, and
friendly. And this is why it attracts many visitors and even
local people.

Traditions
Southern Alps. English is one of three official languages in
New Zealand, along with Te Reo Māori and New
GUMBOOT DAY Zealand Sign Language.
Every year since 1985, the community celebrates
Gumboot Day — a fun-filled family event that includes BUGGERED/KNACKERED: REALLY TIRED
the town’s famed gumboot throwing contest. MATE: FRIEND
SWEET AS: GREAT, GOOD, FINE
A CHOCOLATE CARNIVAL
TOGS: SWIMSUIT
Baldwin Street, in Dunedin, is renowned for being the
HEAPS: A LOT, MANY
world’s steepest street. What outsiders may not know is
GOOD JOB: GOOD LURK
that this is the main venue for the city’s annual
AMERICAN: YANK
Cadbury Chocolate Carnival.
CHRISTMAS: CHRISSIE
POWHIRI
A powhiri usually begins with three warriors Made by:
challenging the guests to see if they are coming into Brigita: Traditions and language
Rokas: Information about why is it famous
their territory in peace, while a kaikaranga (female Austėja: Information about history
caller) leads the visitors towards them. Ugnė: Design and geographical features