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Lake Tekapo in Christchurch captivates you in the very first sight – the crystal turquoise color, the serene atmosphere – a perfect setting to indulge into some precious moments with your inward self. But, if you are thinking that this is place solely for the solitude-lovers, then, you are wrong. Lake Tekapo in Christchurch has an environment where you can make the most of it with a number of activities.
Features of Lake Tekapo in Christchurch
- Lake Tekapo in Christchurch is located at the heart of New Zealand's South Island.
- It is approximately halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown and is close to New Zealand's highest peak Mt Cook.
- Situated to the north of the Mackenzie Basin, the lake is 32 km. long, 2000 feet above sea level and 120 meters deep at its deepest part.
- There is one island in the middle of the lake.
- This spectacular lake is surrounded by golden tussock and snow-capped mountain landscape.
- The lake was originally a glacial valley and its stunning turquoise-blue color is the result of glacier-ground rock sediment in the water.
- There are two major glacier run-offs and six major rivers which run into the lake.
- The township at the lake’s edge is a popular destination for the tourists.
- It has a good number of cafes and several souvenir shops.
- The beautiful Church of the Good Shepherd is perhaps the most photographed church in New Zealand.
- Its altar window gives a breathtaking view of the majestic Mount Cook.
- Another place of attraction is the sheepdog memorial which pays tribute to the role of dogs in high country farming.
- A walk on the Lake Tekapo Walkway is a good option to make the most of the fresh, alpine air.
- If you are lucky to have a clear night, you can watch the stars at Mt John Observatory.
- By the virtue of being surrounded by mountains, rivers and lots of wide open spaces, Lake Tekapo is the ideal setting to indulge into a number of activities. Winter or summer, there are numerous activities to partake in.
- You can engage into activities like Horse trekking, scenic flights in helicopters and fixed wing aircraft, Golf, Hunting, Ice skating, Skiing, Snowboarding, Heli-skiing, Mountain bike riding, Hiking, Kayaking, Fishing, 4 wheel drive safaris or Star watching.
- Whether you like to have a bit of adventure or just in the mood for a relaxing time beside the lake, Tekapo has everything for the family, tourist and holiday makers.
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