The Atlas Obscura Guide To Akaroa

1 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Akaroa, New Zealand

Updated August 16, 2011

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Unusual Attractions in Akaroa

Akaroa, New Zealand

The Giants House

An artistic garden environment of tile mosaic sculptures.

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Old picture of the hill with sign

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The Longest Place Name In The World

Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauo tamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronuku pokaiwhenuakitanatahu.

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