New Zealand
Capital
Wellington
Population
~5.1 million
Currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English, Māori, NZ Sign Language
- Religion
- Historically Christian, large non-religious population
- Climate
- Temperate maritime; diverse across islands
Culture & History
Known for: Lord of the Rings filming locations, rugby (All Blacks), and kiwi birds
Also famous for: Māori culture (Haka), stunning natural landscapes (fjords, mountains), sheep farming, geothermal activity
Food: Hangi, Lamb, Pavlova
Brief History
Polynesian Māori settlement, British colonization (Treaty of Waitangi), known for natural beauty and adventure tourism