Christchurch

Established in the year 1850 by English settlers, Christchurch is called the Garden City for its lovely gardens in all corners of the city. Apart from this, one can still see the many heritage building build by the English settlers. The city nestles on the edge of Canterbury plains and proves to be a splendid base for starting a tour to South Island. Tourists to Christchurch are most interested in attractions such as Christchurch Cathedral, Arts Centre, Arts Gallery, Air Force Museum, Botanic Gardens and Canterbury Museum. Christchurch is one of the best cities in New Zealand to explore by cycling through the narrow and colorful lanes of the city.