Christchurch: Modern Meets Colonial
Christchurch, New Zealand is a town with a rich history. The modern city is home to skyscrapers, business, banking, and a trendy nightlife. Visitors will find wonderful first class hotels and gourmet restaurants throughout the city.
Huntley House is the premier hotel for contemporary travelers visiting Christchurch. The Huntley House is located in a luxurious home dating from colonial times. The décor of the hotel is in keeping with the history of the colonial era but the guests will find all the modern amenities of home in the lavishly decorated rooms.
Opened recently, in 2004, the restaurant at Huntley house is a favorite in Christchurch. Locals and guests alike enjoy the delicious specialties prepared by the hotel’s excellent chefs. Hotel amenities include a bar, an outdoor heated pool, a billiards room, and a tour desk to schedule activities for your time in Christchurch.
Visitors to Christchurch should not miss the Tamaki Heritage Village. The village is a recreation of a traditional Maori village from the colonial times. A tram will give you a first look at the village as it winds through the dusty paths and streets. Visitors will want to also walk through the village to get an up close and hands-on feel for life here during colonial times.
Tamaki Heritage Village includes an area for visitors to see local craftsmen at work. Woodworkers, textile workers, and even tattoo artists can be seen using Maori methods used hundreds of years ago. A Maori feast can also be enjoyed at the end of the tour.
A stay at Huntley House and a visit to Tamaki Heritage village will give visitors to Christchurch a taste of both historical and modern day New Zealand.
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