Auckland, located at 37 degrees south of the South Pacific Ocean, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and one of the most developed cities in the world. Auckland, located in the north of New Zealand, is the largest coastal port city in New Zealand, the main transportation hub in the southern hemisphere, one of the major ports in the southern hemisphere and the main place for passengers to enter and exit. Auckland covers an area of 1,86 square kilometers and has a population of about 1.46 million. Auckland is the city with the largest number of sailboats in the world, so it is also called "Sailing Capital".
Auckland is one of the most developed regions in New Zealand. Because of its developed economy, pleasant environment, high standard of living and charming scenery, Auckland has been rated as one of the most livable cities in the world for many years, and in 221 it ranked first in the world. Auckland is the de facto "economic capital" of New Zealand, the largest and busiest commercial and financial center in New Zealand, the gateway to foreign trade and tourism, and an important hub for road, railway and air transportation. The most important multinational companies in the world have offices in Auckland.
The original inhabitants of Auckland are the Maoris of Polynesian species. In 135, the Maoris sailed collectively from Cook Island in Polynesia and crossed 3,2 kilometers of ocean to this beautiful land rich in wingless birds and dense plants, becoming the oldest indigenous people in Auckland. At present, the ethnic groups in Auckland are quite diverse. Blacks and Mexicans mainly live in the southeast of Auckland, while the south and west are mainly Maori and Pacific islanders. There are Asian countries and Chinese living in Auckland's north, middle and east to the west. Chinese mainland immigrants mostly live in the middle, while China, Hong Kong and Taiwan Province immigrants mostly live in the east. Auckland's North Shore is the best area in all aspects of Auckland. It is dominated by European immigrants, New Zealand whites and some Asians, and the public security situation is good.
james cook, the British captain, passed through this area in 1769, but he did not enter Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf. In 182, Samuel Mardan discovered the downtown of Auckland today. On February 6, 184, Captain William Hobson was sent to New Zealand by the British government to sign the Treaty of Waitangi with the local Maori aborigines. After that, Hobson chose Auckland as the capital of the new colony and named the city after the Indian Governor-General Auckland.
According to the economic data of Statistics New Zealand in 218, the GDP of Auckland Region exceeded the NZ $1 billion mark for the first time, reaching NZ $11.4 billion, accounting for 37.5% of the national GDP. This figure is more than the second, third and fourth largest economic regions in China combined.
Auckland, as the economic center of New Zealand, is mainly manifested in its high per capita income: according to the data provided by Statistics New Zealand, in 218, the median wage of migrant workers in Auckland was NZ $1,36 per week before tax. If converted into adult income, it was NZ $53,872 per year before tax, which is about RMB 242, per year at the current exchange rate (NZ $1 = 4,492 RMB), and the wage in the CBD area of Auckland is much higher.
Auckland is the largest city and port in New Zealand. It is located in the north-central zone of North Island of New Zealand, at the southern end of Auckland Peninsula in the north. It stands on the slender isthmus between tasman sea and the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by the sea on both sides, and the port Waitemata near the Pacific Ocean on the east. Outside the harbor, there are scattered islands like pearls; In the harbor, boats are criss-crossed, the sea water is clear, and the harbour bridge connects two harbors. Bridges, harbors and Rangitoto sleeping on Rangitoto Island, Auckland City is formed along the extinct crater, which is mainly built on seven or more volcanoes. The hilly land is undulating and extending, and the ramps are numerous and varied.
Auckland has a mild and rainy climate with four distinct seasons, and the annual temperature is between 6-28. December-March is summer, which is the best beach season. The highest temperature in February is 25.5. Because of its unique geographical location, Auckland enjoys warm and beautiful seasons, and summer is the best time to travel. The temperature is maintained at around 26-29, which can be said to be quite pleasant. However, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so sunscreen products should be prepared for outdoor activities during the day. July-September is winter, the average temperature in winter is 11 degrees, and the highest temperature in August is 16 degrees. Long-sleeved trousers are needed during the day and extra coats are needed at night. In Auckland, you can visit the lush green islands by yourself in a wooden boat, or climb the mountain cone to explore the mystery of the crater. You can go to the magnificent tasman sea to watch seabirds soar in the sky, or you can spend a lazy weekend quietly enjoying a glass of wine in the winery ...
The whole city of Auckland is divided into two parts, which are connected by the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Auckland has a changeable landscape, with dense virgin rainforest in the west and direct access to the black beach on the shoulder; To the east is a golden beach, with Christmas trees dotted around. Rolling hills can be seen to the north, and across this wine producing area is the vast coast; To the south are forests and inlets.
The hills around Auckland are undulating. It used to be a group of volcanoes, and volcanic cones can be seen everywhere in the city. The Maori built them into terraces and houses, and used them as a fortress to resist the enemy in the war. There are 48 conical volcanoes and 2 ancient rainforest mountains scattered in Auckland. You can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the city and harbor by climbing to the top of a mountain at will. Many volcanoes are surrounded by vast green spaces. Auckland is an obvious coastal environment, and many idyllic islands are suitable for easy sightseeing. The main natural attractions in Auckland are Waioeka Scenic Reserve, Great Barrier Island, Kawau Island, Longyitoto Island, Tiriti Mataki Island, Waihaiji Island and Waitakere Ranges.
Modern buildings and antique Victorian buildings in the urban area are distributed alternately along the coastal bay, and the streets are clean and quiet. Walking on the streets of Auckland, you can see the 19th century buildings full of colonial colors. Queen Street is the most famous, oldest and busiest street in Auckland. The luxurious cinemas, fashionable fashion shops and high-grade souvenir shops on this street are undoubtedly the best choice to taste the modern and ancient meanings of Auckland. Another famous Parnell district, with elegant coffee shops, meticulous white courtyards, small carved balconies and winding stone roads, looks like a small European town. In addition, for Auckland, a city that pays attention to nature and actively protects history and culture, various museums and art galleries are the most worthwhile places to stay in this natural and quaint city.
Auckland is a beautiful garden city with a developed tourism industry. Albert Park in the city, Dushu Mountain, Auckland Lion Park, the largest wildlife park in the South Pacific, Rainbow Wonderland, the largest amusement park in New Zealand, Underwater World, a historical museum displaying handicrafts from Maori ancestors and a modern museum showing the new development of transportation and technology are all good places for tourists to visit. The main cultural institutions in the urban area include the War Memorial Museum, the Auckland Art Museum, the public library, the University of Auckland (ranked 83rd in the latest QS World University in 213), and the City Hall. There are also beaches, golf courses, sports grounds, parks and protected areas for swimming and surfing.
Auckland is a gathering place of New Zealand's international culture. With the increasing number of immigrants from all over the world in recent years, cultures of various countries are competing in the city, and a hundred schools of thought contend. Here, you can find 19th century buildings full of colonial colors, as well as Chinese markets and European-style craft carving shops. Every February, in order to show the multicultural characteristics of Auckland, a week-long Auckland International Cultural Festival is held. Every day, there are different programs, such as dance art, street music, sculpture art and traditional food cooking art, which will be held all over Auckland. The Auckland Jazz Festival, held on Waiheke Island every April, has a series of celebrations with jazz as its theme. Musicians who love jazz will get together and learn from each other.
Auckland has the reputation of "Sailing Capital". The ports of Whitemata and Manukau, which surround Auckland, are the resorts for sailing at sea. Every weekend, in the blue bay, sailboats with colorful sails shuttle through the sea. At the end of January each year, the sailing competition held in the port of Whitehorse, with Qian Fan at the same time, is a great spectacle in Auckland City. Auckland citizens love sailing and are addicted to "Three B" activities, namely: beach, boating and barbecue. They seize every opportunity to leave home in droves and rush to the nearest beach or port, carrying with them long-used picnic utensils and polypropylene "cold boxes" full of frozen beer, thus making this scene very spectacular.
Auckland is the leading gourmet city in the Pacific. It is mainly good at seafood and meat, with European and Mediterranean flavors as well as Asian flavors. You can eat authentic and pollution-free seafood in Auckland. Near queen street and Kuiyi Street, there are many restaurants with Korean, Japanese and Chinese flavors, with fresh dishes and inexpensive prices. There are all kinds of food in queen street, ranging from fast food such as hamburgers, sandwiches and pizzas to exotic Chinese, Korean and Japanese dishes, and all kinds of special restaurants are also waiting for guests. Oakland, bathed in sunshine, has seafood dishes similar to those in Australia, and also has its own unique national flavor. Due to the influence of ocean currents nearby, deep-sea seafood is delicious and famous, and with authentic local specialty wines, it naturally makes people recall good times and taste the highest realm of tourism and leisure.
Although Auckland is bustling, the pace of life will not make people feel depressed. On the contrary, everyone will feel comfortable. Auckland is very beautiful. In this city, no one deliberately pursues beauty, but when people, buildings, animals, environment and climate are intertwined, its harmonious beauty makes everyone unable to refuse.
On weekdays, fishing, surfing, sunbathing, barbecuing, hiking, mountain climbing and so on have all become people's leisure ways. Being close to nature is a very easy way of life advocated by people here.
New Zealand is a country with high welfare, and medical care is mainly funded by the government. The medical system is mainly composed of public hospitals, private hospitals and family doctors to provide medical security services. In New Zealand, general diseases are usually treated by family doctors first, and if they are more special or serious diseases, family doctors will recommend them to special hospitals for treatment.
Public hospitals provide free medical care, and the waiting time is long, while private medical care charges are relatively expensive. In New Zealand, medicine and medicine are separated. After doctors prescribe, patients go to the pharmacy to buy medicine by themselves. It is very convenient and efficient to buy medicine and see a doctor in New Zealand. Participating in hospital insurance can pay for services that are not provided in the national medical system.
Auckland has a sound social credit system. When you walk on the road and meet strangers, they will smile at you; When your car breaks down on the road, someone will come to help you. Auckland is an immigrant city. Whether you are a local or a migrant from all corners of the country, there will be no inequality here. In Auckland, people live in harmony with animals. Although birds often fly to restaurants to grab food, they don't see anyone hurting them. There are more animals here than humans, driving on the country roads and being surrounded by sheep armies inadvertently; Or see mother duck crossing the road with a flock of ducklings. And people will stop and make way for them.
Auckland is a happy city, with generous social welfare, sound infrastructure construction, a very small gap between the rich and the poor, and the happiness index of ordinary people is quite high. People can display their talents and realize their ideals here.
University of Auckland
The University of Auckland (hereinafter referred to as Aoda) is a top institution in New Zealand, ranking first in New Zealand all the year round. Founded in 1883, the University of Auckland is a multidisciplinary, open and research-oriented national university. The university has eight colleges: Science College, Engineering College, Humanities College, Business College, Medical College, Art and Design College, Law School and Education College. The University of Auckland is the best university in New Zealand, and its computer department and engineering department are also first-class in New Zealand. Ranked 85th in the latest QS World University Ranking in 222, it has the reputation of a national treasure university in New Zealand and is a comprehensive research university with the most comprehensive professional coverage in New Zealand.
Outstanding alumni: John Hood, President of Oxford University, Vaughan Jones, winner of Fields Prize, Stephen Parke, a famous physicist and originator of supersymmetric quantum color dynamics, Helen Clark and David Lange, two New Zealand Prime Ministers, and Anand Satyanand, Governor of New Zealand, all graduated from Auckland University.
Auckland University of Technology
Founded in 1895, Auckland University of Technology is a forward-looking modern university, one of the eight national comprehensive research universities in New Zealand, a member of the Association of Universities of New Zealand (UNZ), the association of commonwealth universities (ACU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Colleges and Universities (ASAIHL), and the second largest university in New Zealand. The university has 5 universities, 16 colleges and more than 6 research institutes and research centers.
Times Higher Education World University Ranking 221: No.251-3 (ranking third among the eight universities in New Zealand); U.S. News World University Ranking 221: No.389; QS World University Rank 221: 437th.
Queen Street and Queen Elizabeth Square
queen street is the traditional main street or "prime location" in Auckland, New Zealand. It is the best business district in New Zealand, and it brings together all the shopping shops and large department stores in the city. The goods here are dazzling. Gift shops and wool products shops sell handmade wool robes, Maori carvings, jade, ornaments, shell jewelry, yumei