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Hawke’s Bay – The Land Of Photo Opps
May 26th, 2010
I had a chance to connect with the team from Hawke’s Bay yesterday and I have a few fun, interesting and unique photo opportunities to share with you.
Looking to make some digital memories? Hawke’s Bay offers you the chance to get your photo taken in some amazing and unique places. They include:
- The sign of the longest place name in New Zealand. The name on the sign that marks the hill is: “Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu,” which translates roughly as The summit where Tamatea, the man with the big knees, the climber of mountains, the land-swallower who travelled about, played his nose flute to his loved one. At 84 letters, it has been listed in Wikipedia as one of the longest place names in the world. Try saying it three times as fast as you can after a couple of glasses of New Zealand wine! (Click here to learn how to say it.)
- The National Tobacco Company building in Napier is one of the most photographed art deco buildings in the world.
- Walk or drive along the historic Oak Avenue in Hastings. Planted in the 1800s, Oak Avenue (the real name is Ormond Road) is over a mile long and is a stunning sight.
- Swim at Mahia Beach and keep your waterproof camera ready for the potential appearance of Moko, the resident dolphin.
Hawke’s Bay has a lot to offer – the art deco beauty of Napier, more than 70 vineyards throughout the area, a range of beaches, art galleries and artists, excellent food and, of course, friendly welcoming people.