New Zealand is home to many underrated cities that don’t get enough attention, and Christchurch falls under that category. It’s one of the best-hidden secrets that this island country has in store, and here are a few reasons why you should consider checking it out during your visit.
Antarctic Exploration
If you want to explore the Antarctic at least once in a lifetime, Christchurch is the perfect place to start your journey from. This city is known as one of the most popular Antarctic gateways in all of New Zealand. You can pay a visit to the International Antarctic Centre before embarking on your trip.
Beautiful Architecture
If you have a soft spot for Gothic Revival architecture, you will be pretty impressed by this city. It’s known for being a distinctly English city, and a series of earthquakes during the early 2010s didn’t rob it of its charm.
Natural Beauty
Most people visiting Christchurch are only using it as a stop before heading to the Antarctic, but you should check it out even if you’re not interested in heading there. Wildlife parks and beautiful beaches are scattered all around it, and many people visit it because it’s located close to some of New Zealand’s most popular ski fields.