Wellington,
the capital of New Zealand, is an exciting place to live. There is a strong
international presence here and a great sense of energy. Our government is
located in The Beehive, one of the country’s most iconic buildings.
There
are two English New Zealand language schools in Wellington. If you’re thinking
about further study then Victoria University might interest you. The public
transport is excellent in this busy business city, so commuting each day is
easy.
This
city is known as the culinary capital of New Zealand and Wellington residents
love their coffee, too. Cuba Street is a popular and “cool” place to meet
up with friends and enjoy some great ethnic food.
The
waterfront is spectacular. The harbour surrounds the city and Oriental
Bay, an inner city beach that is very popular in the warmer months. Each
year, there is a great fireworks display out over the water to celebrate the
New Year.
Te
Papa, our national museum, is a place you can explore for hours. You’ll
learn so much about New Zealand history and culture. Entrance to this famous
museum is free, so you can visit as many times as you like!
There
are many regional parks where you can hike or bike. Take a walk to the top of
Mount Victoria for a great 360o view of the city.
A
classic Wellington activity is a ride in the historic cable car to the Botanic
Gardens and the Carter Observatory. You’ll have a fantastic view over the
city from here. You can also visit on a clear night to go star gazing and enjoy
views of the twinkling city lights.
A
visit to Weta Caves will show you how some of the special effects in The Lord
of the Rings and The Hobbit movies were created. New Zealanders are some
of the most creative and imaginative people in the world, and Wellington is
well known for its filmmaking.
Those
interested in nature and conservation will enjoy a daytrip to Kapiti Island
Nature Reserve. You’ll see native birds and, if you’re lucky, you might
even see the Little Spotted Kiwi (New Zealand’s national bird). The
Kapiti Marine Reserve’s crystal clear water is perfect for snorkelling or scuba
diving.
If
you want to study English in a vibrant, diverse and creative city, then
Wellington could be the perfect place for you!