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The South Island's second largest lake, Wakatipu, with the Remarkables mountain range as a backdrop, provides a dramatic and picturesque setting for Queenstown, nestled snugly on its northeastern shore.
This is undoubtedly New Zealand's premier resort for adventure and action, offering a host of exhilarating activities ranging from jet-boating on the nearby Shotover and Kawarau rivers to helicopter trips over the mountains, from bungy-jumping to skiing at Coronet Peak, from parachute jumps to white-water rafting.Less sensational but equally appealing are the gentler pursuits of lake cruising on an old steamboat, walking, backpacking, and fishing. For those who prefer just to look, there are museums, parks, and gardens around the town. Not to be missed is the Skyline Gondola for spectacular views of the lake.
The nightlife here is just as lively, with many bars, cafés, and restaurants to choose from and a range of entertainment lasting long into the night. Shoppers and strollers are well catered to, with the traffic-free streets of the Mall and Church Street running down to the waterfront, the colorful focal point of the town.
Formerly a gold-mining town, Queenstown has come to rely on tourism since the beginning of this century and now makes every possible effort to attract visitors from around the world.
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