Take a journey into historic New Zealand with Buried Village, located in the Geothermal City of #Rotorua, accessible from the Port of #Tauranga. A place of exceptional beauty has been created around the fascinating remains of a settlement buried by the eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886. Before the eruption, the village of Te Wairoa was the place from which visitors set out on guided tours to the world famous Pink and White Terraces. Today at Te Wairoa the Buried Village, take a step back in time and explore the excavated village, the only one of its kind in New Zealand. Maori whare and Settler buildings have been excavated to their original floor level and many of the household objects that have been found are on display. Guides in period costume passionately tell the stories of Te Wairoa. Wander the scenic pathways that link the sites, catch a glimpse of a wild rainbow trout that inhabit the Te Wairoa stream and be thrilled by the hike to stand in the spray of the magnificent Wairere water falls. There is plenty for children to do with a treasure hunt, activity sheets and open spaces to explore. To find out more please visit: buriedvillage.co.nz
Posted on: Fri, 25 Apr 2014 22:00:01 +0000
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