New Zealand country

Overview:

The Word of New Zealand is derived from the Latin word Nova Zealandia, after the Dutch province of Zeeland. Later this name anglicized to New Zealand.

New Zealand Capital: Wellington

New Zealand Dialing code: +64

New Zealand Airport code: AKL, BHE, CHC, GIS, HKK, HLZ, IVC, KAT, MRO, NPE, NPL

New Zealand Continent: Oceania

New Zealand  Area: 103,500 sq mi (268,021 sq km)

New Zealand Currency:  United States Dollar

New Zealand Official Language: English, Maori, New Zealand sign Language

New Zealand Population: 52.7 Lakhs (Approx.)

New Zealand Religion: Christianity, Roman Catholic

New Zealand National Day: February 6

New Zealand National Animal: The Kiwi

New Zealand National Fruit: Kiwifruit

New Zealand National Flower: Kowhai

New Zealand National Tree: No official

New Zealand National Sport: Rugby union

 

New Zealand Flag:

The blue background is reminiscent blue sea and sky surrounding us, and the stars of the southern Cross signify our place in the South Pacific Ocean, The four-pointed red stars with white borders on the fly.

Weather in New Zealand:

Summer: December to February

Rain: June to August

Autumn- March to May

Winter: June to August

Spring: September to November

Food and drinks in New Zealand:

New Zealand Food Culture:

New Zealand people traditionally Maori ‘hangi’, where fish, meat and vegetables are cooked gently in a pit dug in the ground is a wonderful way to feed a large group. The food put in baskets that are placed on hot stones at the bottom of a pit. The food is then covered with a cloth and earth to seal the pit. The meat and vegetables are cooked to melting tenderness and emerge infused with a faint smoky flavor.

New Zealand Must-try Foods:

• Whitebait
• Bluff oysters
• Lamp
• Kiwi burger
• Hangi

New Zealand Drink Culture:

The Kiwi embracing zero-alcohol beverages, low-alcohol beverages becoming increasingly popular due to consumer demand for ‘better for me’ drinks, with 47% of New Zealanders consuming a low-alcohol beverage in the past year, and a shift to premiumization-it’s quality and quantity.

Must try Drinks:

• Apple Cider
• Craft Beer
• Mulled Cider
• Slushy Cider
• Mulled wine

Economics of New Zealand:

New Zealand Income Source:

New Zealand's income sources are

• Tourism
• Fishing
• Forestry
• Wool
• Financial services

New Zealand Import things:

• Broadcasting Equipment
• Wool
• Meat
• Refined petroleum
• Motor vehicles and cars

New Zealand exports things:

• Milk powder
• Meat
• Woods
• Fruits and Nuts
• Beverages
• Fish
• Aluminum
• Machinery
•  

New Zealand export and import partners:

• Japan
• United States
• China
• South Korea
• Australia
• Germany

Culture of New Zealand:

New Zealand is predominantly European and Maori: laid atmosphere, work-life balance, and a strong connection with indigenous Maori culture. Maori are preserving their unique that contributes to New Zealand culture as a Whole.

Sports in New Zealand:

National game of New Zealand:

Rugby union is the most popular sport in New Zealand. Every Rugby World cup all eyes are on New Zealand’s national team, The All Blacks.

Popular Games in New Zealand:

Football, basketball, cricket, and volleyball are popular in New Zealand.

Transport in New Zealand:

How many airports in New Zealand:

There are 62 airports including international, private, and domestic. Auckland International Airport is the largest airport in New Zealand.

Main transport in New Zealand:

Urban bus transport is the main transport in New Zealand. The rail and roadways people often use.

How many countries travel without visas to New Zealand:

143 countries without visas. It grants 18 e-visas and 39 on-arrival visas. 21 countries are required for a visa.

The New Zealand passport ranks 6^th in the world.

Tourism Culture in New Zealand:

The New Zealand people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. It is also known as its rich culture, friendly locals, and excellent food and wine. It is one of the safest countries in the world. The crime rate is low, and New Zealanders are typically welcoming and trusting toward foreigners.

Must visit places in New Zealand:

• Bay of Islands
• Auckland
• Rotorua
• Coromandel Peninsula
• White Island

Festivals in New Zealand:

New Year’s Day:

Date: December 31^st

The Year –ending celebration is definitely one of the most famous festivals in New Zealand. With fireworks lighting up the sky, It isn’t difficult to see why this is one of the most famous New Zealand festivals and holidays.

Christmas:

Date: 25 December

The New Zealand, people also choir singing, dance, canoe racing, and a myriad of other sports right up until New Year. Locals attend church followed by much eating, gift-giving, and merriment, just like they do back home.

Rhythm and Alps:

Rhythm and Alps Fest is the kind of festival you can road trip to. It is one of a kind camping and summer festival in New Zealand that brings together world-class bands, it is one of the unique New Zealand music Festivals in the world.

Wellington International Arts Festival:

The festival celebrates diversity in artistic expression, bringing together a wide range of performances, include dance, music, and visual arts.

Defense in New Zealand:

New Zealand is the safest country In the world. Their core task is to protect the sovereign territory and they advance through military operations at sea, on land, and in the air. The NZDF is responsible for protecting the national security of New Zealand.

New Zealand is a nuclear-free country.

Interesting Facts about New Zealand:

• Nuclear-free country
• More sheep than people in New Zealand
• Dunedin has the steepest road in the World
• Beaches are never far away
• It’s the “Land of the long white cloud”