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This is the largest of all the South
Island cities having a population
in excess of 300,000. Situated at
the confluence of the Heathcote and
Avon rivers with a back-drop of the
port hills, Christchurch is the hub
of the South Island. The visitor will
immediately notice the very English
style layout of the city with its
central square and parallel streets
running east, west, north and south.
With a great number of parks and the
mature trees that are everywhere,
the name the Garden City, is very
apt.
Winding its way through
the city is the Avon River, it gently
flows as it makes its way to the sea
near Sumner beach. The Avon River is
a focal point for relaxation where you
can enjoy an afternoon watching various
wildlife, the occasional canoeist or
take a trip on the very English Punts
enjoying champagne & strawberries
and a picnic hamper.
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In Cathedral Square,
you will find Buskers and street stalls.
You may also enjoy the architecture
of Christchurch's central Cathedral.
The city also boasts a fully restored
Victorian electric tram. The loop that
you take passes many of the sights and
is well worth the time to travel back
in time to the pace of yesteryear. Relax
at the Art Centre and enjoy the variety
of stalls and galleries.
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Surrounding the city
there are a multitude of activities
for all walks of life, including golf
courses and driving ranges, tennis courts,
wild life parks, walking tracks, cycle
tracks, wind surfing, boating and much
more.
During the winter there
are great ski fields within 1-2 hours
drive. Porter Heights is just 90 kilometres
from Christchurch airport and approximately
one hour’s drive from the Garden
City, making it the closest ski area
to Christchurch.
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