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New Zealand
New Zealand is a South Pacific country located between the Equator and the South Pole, and approximately 1600 kilometres east of Australia. There are two main islands, the North and South Islands, separated by Cook Strait.
New Zealand was discovered and settled more than a thousand years ago by the Maori people, who migrated from Polynesian Islands of the South Pacific.
The landscape is notable for its variety and particularly its mountainous nature. The mountains of the South Island include 19 peaks exceeding 3000 metres.
A special feature of the North Island is the central volcanic region with three still active volcanic peaks and thermal activity featuring hot springs, geysers and boiling mud pools. Both major islands contain fertile low-land areas of pastoral land, large forests, many sandy beaches and short rivers. These provide a valuable source of hydro-electric power.
Numerous lakes exist in both islands. The lakes of North Island are situated on the volcanic plateau and the major lakes of the South Island are set in beautiful mountain scenery.
Lying within the South Temperate Zone, New Zealand has an oceanic climate, without extremes of heat or cold. Most parts of the country enjoy sunshine and rainfall, although the weather is rather changeable. Seasons are reverse of the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are higher in the north of the country. Winter brings extensive snow falls in the south.
Despite its geographical location, New Zealand has been closely involved with the major international events. New Zealand became a member of the United Nations organization.
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