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 Red brick beauty |
43 Kent Terrace Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
This neo-Georgian beauty was originally built as a home and private surgery for Sir James Eliott, a practising general practitioner, who was Irish by birth but lived, worked and died in New Zealand. At the time of its construction it caused some controversy for its diversion from the typical timber building material but it now stands in scholarly splendour amongst the commercial surrounds. The double-pitched roof has been converted in the last 10 years to incorporate a third storey, but otherwise the building's original symmetrical character remains unchanged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Reeling in the years |
84 Taranaki Street P. O. Box 11 449, Te Anakura Whitiahua Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 7647 http://www.filmarchive.org.nz/ |
The Film Centre is the public face of the New Zealand Film Archive, an organisation committed to collecting, projecting and preserving New Zealand's film and television history. As such, the small museum, focuses on film as an artistic and cultural medium with experimental films offered frequently as exhibition showpieces. Guided visits and tailored screenings are available for education, community and social groups. Admission is free or by donation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Distinctive inner city church |
3 Hania Street Mount Victoria Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 1076 http://www.imnz.org.nz/nzchurc... |
A short walk down Wellington's Kent Terrace brings you to one of only three Greek Orthodox churches in the city. This attractive and distinctive inner city church is the newest and most central. A characteristic of the church is its domed roof and its modern construction reflects the parish it represents. This church is tucked away in a small side street of Mount Victoria. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Memorial to war dead |
Buckle Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 2496 http://www.nationalwarmemorial... |
Situated on the fringes of the city, in the suburb of Mount Cook, and on the site of the former Museum of New Zealand, the National War Memorial and Carillon commemorates the tens of thousands of New Zealanders who have died in wars over the last century. The memorial comprises a Hall of Memories and a carillon of bells that plays regularly over the summer months. Lunch-time recitals may be organised. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Opulence on the shore |
Oriental Parade Wellington 6001 New Zealand |
Surrounded by many of Wellington's most expensive and desirable homes Oriental Bay is a sheltered, safe swimming bay right in the heart of the city. Ringed by a promenade, relax on the beach with views across to the inner-city and the northern hills. Take a nearby walk along the harbour or walk up into the town-belt for a spot of greenery. After a hard day swimming or sunbathing revive yourself with a drink in one of the many cafes in the vicinity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scan the cityscape |
Oriental Bay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
If you are arriving in Wellington by air, ask the taxi driver to divert via the bays and your reward will be the most inspiring views available from any of the city's many vantage points. The landlocked harbourside city is resplendent no matter what the weather's mood. However, as the song says, "You can't beat Wellington on a good day"! In fact, on fine days the bay teems with people on in-line skates, children on bikes and in strollers, swimmers, runners and walkers and the local dairy does a roaring trade in ice creams. Treat yourself! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small inner city church |
7 Moncrieff Street (off Elizabeth Street) Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 8896 / +64 4 385 4897 http://www.quaker.org.nz/ |
Tucked up a small side street close to the hustle and bustle of the city you will find the simple meeting rooms of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). A quiet haven in the city, the original brick meeting house has stood solidly since 1929 and was recently refurbished. New out-buildings have been added but the original high-ceilinged, wood-panelled main meeting room offers a peaceful haven for prayer and meditation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buddhist centre |
64 Cambridge Terrace Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 1334 http://www.wellingtonbuddhistc... |
This centre, on Cambridge Terrace centre just off the well known Courtenay Place, houses a shrine room. Visit to meditate or take part in one of the regular Introduction to Buddhism courses. Alternatively join in one of the regular open Sungha, community of friends, that is held weekly. If you just want to have a look around, the staff here will be happy to show you. Give them a ring to arrange a time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Window on Wellington history |
28 Barker Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 2096 http://www.wellington.govt.nz/... |
Described as 'more than the institutional memory of a city', these archives contain more than 150 years of Wellington's local authority history. The records date from the 1840s and contain a vast amount of information. Comprising maps, photographs, plans and artifacts, the archives are a treasure trove of information for researchers and anyone else interested in local history. The archives are free to view though there is a small charge for any photocopying or research requests. Archivists are on hand to assist with any research queries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
