Monday, March 15th, 2010
Wellington
Today we went to Te Papa Museum which was free to all. Nau mai, haere mai which means “come and explore” the diverse strands from which the natural and cultural heritage of New Zealand is woven. This museum had 6 levels: Welcome and cafe, Our Unique Environment, Shaping the Landscape, Journeys Through History, Art in New Zealand, Sculptures. There was also a special exhibit about Anne Frank and A Day in Pompeii,
We went to A Day In Pompeii first since we visited there about 6 years ago with Jesse Remington High School It was a very good exhibit with hands on as well as a 3D movie about the the volcanic eruption and casts of bodies, frescoes, treasures, etc. There were also computer stations with a map of Pompeii today that you could select spots and see actual pictures 360 degree. It was great and we were able to see some of the spots that we had visited: the forum remains, the fountain, the bakery, etc...
We spent our whole day there and saw the whole museum. It could be a two day visit and take more time at each exhibit area. There are several other museums here free to view as well.
Back at the hotel, we checked out email and then went back to the harbor to The Loaded Hog for dinner. It is hard to believe that our time in New Zealand is coming to an end. Tomorrow morning we will be packing up for our flight to Brisbane, Australia.
Certainly coming to an end now. You have had a great trip downunder. We look forward to meeting up again soon, perhaps in Montreal (let us know your plans).
ReplyDeleteYour three weeks here and in NZ have given you enough memories to last quite a while. Enjoy that NH springtime when you get home. It was great to catch up again.
Best wishes
David and Carolyn
Sounds like you have had an awesome time in NZ!!! I have loved your photos! Happy travels back home. It was great to catch up while you were in Sydney! Hopefully we will catch up somewhere soon!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs
Amanda & Aaron xo