10 Cool Facts You Would Love To Know Before Booking Your New Zealand Tour Packages

Trushank Sharma
Sep 22, 2016
2 min read

New Zealand is not among the news creators but it is one of the finest countries which are unique and special. The tiny country near Australia is majorly known for its scenic beauty but there are several other things that will leave you awestruck. It will not only help you in falling in love with it but also make you curious to plan your New Zealand Tour Package. Based on our research and reviews from visitors, some of the major cool facts which we have jotted are: 1. New Zealand was discovered in 1642 by Europeans. The name of the Dutch sailor who discovered the country is Abel Tasman. Later in 1769 Captain James cook visited and mapped the country. 2. New Zealand was part of New South Wales in Australia till 1901 but when Australia federated, New Zealand formed its own country. 3. Most of us consider kiwi as the national fruit of New Zealand but in fact kiwi is a bird in New Zealand. It is a flightless bird and a common slang term for the New Zealanders. 4. The official queen of New Zealand is Queen Elizabeth who has the right to give official approval for any new or amendments in the laws. 5. It is one of the three countries which has two official national anthems. One is God Save The Queen and another is God Defend New Zealand. 6. New Zealand is the first country which had universal suffrage where all the males and females citizens of the nation had the right to vote. 7. New Zealand is largest exporter of sheep wool to international trade market. There has 9 sheep for 1 human in New Zealand. 8. The southernmost city, Wellington, situated in New Zealand is the capital of the nation. 9. After New Zealand moved out from the ANZUS, till date New Zealand has no nuclear power stations. It retains military strength from UK. 10. Travelling in New Zealand for card holders will be bliss because it is a plastic nation. From local shopkeepers to taxis use cards for payment transactions. The list doesn’t end here. There is much more about New Zealand, but if we list it all here then how will you find it interesting. So instead of spending your time online, enjoy your time in New Zealand. Book your New Zealand tour package today and get going!