NZ2009 - The Otago Peninsula and Dunedin
We drove past Dunedin to stay in Lanarch Castle - NZ's only castle. Quaint accommodation in the stable block. The castle was interesting and the gardens magnificent. It ws our base for exploring the peninsula.
The Royal Albatrosses were the highlight of the day. From a glassed observation point we saw 4 full size but juvenile birds practicing their flying. They have a wing span of about 3m and soared past us time and time again. There were also birds on the nest looking after smaller chicks.
We also spent time in a series of hides but only saw 2 chicks and 2 adult yellow eyed penguins.
On the way to Dunedin we visited Olveston House, which was fascinating. Although built around 1910 it was way ahead of its time with central heating, electricity from its own generator and a shower over the bath.
The Botanical Gardens in Dunedin were another delight - so well kept and lots of plans for future expansion.
Finally a look at Dunedin itself and we knew we were in a major city, the first since Auckland.
The Royal Albatrosses were the highlight of the day. From a glassed observation point we saw 4 full size but juvenile birds practicing their flying. They have a wing span of about 3m and soared past us time and time again. There were also birds on the nest looking after smaller chicks.
We also spent time in a series of hides but only saw 2 chicks and 2 adult yellow eyed penguins.
On the way to Dunedin we visited Olveston House, which was fascinating. Although built around 1910 it was way ahead of its time with central heating, electricity from its own generator and a shower over the bath.
The Botanical Gardens in Dunedin were another delight - so well kept and lots of plans for future expansion.
Finally a look at Dunedin itself and we knew we were in a major city, the first since Auckland.
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