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Wellington is located on the southern end of the North Island, on the shores of volcanically created Lambton Harbor, which is a part of Cook Strait. Clamped between a gulf and hills, Wellington had to extend along the coast for two kilometers, and it can be easily walked across.
You can get the best panoramic views of Wellington from mount Victoria. From here you can see the Lambton harbor in which the port of Wellington is located. The port is adjoined with the central part of the city. On the other side you will see the Lyall and Evans Bays divided by narrow isthmus, which is crossed by a runway of a Wellington’s airport.
You can feel the spirit of England almost everywhere in Wellington. Take for example the architecture. The huge massive cathedrals seem to be magically transferred from England in a blink of an eye. The St. Paul’s Cathedral impressed me the most. The city captivates with an abundance of bridges, viaducts, tunnels, parks and squares. Its architectural shape is diverse: the electric constructions dating back to XIX and early XX centuries are merging with modern structures and many wooden buildings. One of the most interesting architectural masterpieces in Wellington is the Parliament. It consists of three buildings, each built in totally different style. The first building is the main Parliament building, designed in neoclassical style. The Parliament Library building is in Gothic style and there is also a modernist “Beehive” which is the executive wing of parliament. Opposite to parliament situated the former government palace, being the second largest wooden structure in the world.

Wellington botanical gardens are also very impressive and beautiful. Located on the mountain slope from which beautiful views of the city and the port are revealed, it covers area of 26 hectares. To the south of Wellington, near the Newtown Park you will find one of the oldest zoos, where you will get acquainted with local fauna.

Wellington is also a cultural capital of New Zealand. A Royal ballet of New Zealand, New Zealand symphonic orchestra, the New Zealand opera theatre and National school of dance, all are located here. A famous national museum Te Papa is also located in Wellington. Te Papa is known for its unusual, interesting, and innovative approach to exhibitions, revealing the New Zealand’s history from a very ancient times and up till nowadays.

And a little more tourist information for the ending of this article - on the Cuba street there are many shopping opportunities, in Torndon you will find historical attractions, in the very heart of Wellington is the Lambton Quay where the business life of the city is concentrated, and on Mt. Victoria there are many restaurants and hotels.