On a day off, most Aucklanders head to Mission bay for a bit of rest, relaxation and ice cream! Mission Bay used to be known for its Mission House. But now it is famous for its golden beach, restaurants and cafes.
The golden sand and blue waters were truly inviting.
The kids love the fountain.
The New Zealand Christmas tree.
The New Zealand Christmas tree is called the Pohutukawa. It is native to NZ and belongs to the Myrtle plant family. It bears spectacular red flowers from end of November to end of January and that's why the nickname - Christmas tree.
Pohutukawa, or 'splashed by the sea,' is sacred to native Maoris who believe that the pohutukawa which sits on the very tip of Cape Reinga is the last stepping-off place of spirits from this world.
What a great resource!
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