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A town favored by nature

Twizel, New Zealand | Off-the-beaten-path travel guide✨ If you're tired of the hustle and bustle of big cities, you must visit Twizel, New Zealand. This town, favored by nature, is full of healing beauty. Today, I'm sharing my Twizel travel guide with you! 🗺️Attractions 1. Lake Pukaki: The soul of Twizel, the lake water is a dreamy milky blue, as if God has spilled a palette. On a clear day, Mount Cook is reflected in the lake, and the snow-capped mountains, blue sky, and lake form a stunning picture. You can stroll along the lake or find a good angle to take photos, each one is postcard quality. 2. Church of the Good Shepherd: Not far from Twizel, this quaint stone church is located by Lake Tekapo and is one of the most photogenic spots in New Zealand. The church is small but full of tranquility and sacred atmosphere. At night, you can stargaze here, and the church looks especially romantic under the starry sky. 3. Mackenzie Basin: A vast highland plain with magnificent mountains and vast grasslands. Here you can see flocks of sheep, and if you're lucky, you might encounter wild deer and rabbits. Drive through and feel the freedom and wildness. 🍽️Food 1. Salmon Farm: Freshly caught salmon is tender and melts in your mouth. You can taste sashimi directly or choose smoked salmon, paired with local specialty sauces, the taste is amazing. The farm also has beautiful water views, and the dining environment is super comfortable. 2. Twizel Town Restaurant: Some local small restaurants offer authentic New Zealand cuisine, such as juicy steaks and fragrant pies. Most of the ingredients are sourced locally, fresh and delicious. 🚗Transportation 1. Self-drive: Depart from Queenstown or Christchurch, the scenery along the way is breathtaking, you can stop at any time to enjoy the scenery, highly recommend this way. 2. Public transportation: You can first reach nearby big cities, then transfer to a bus to Twizel, but there are relatively few buses, so you need to plan your time in advance. 🏠Accommodation 1. Holiday home: Suitable for families or groups, fully equipped, you can cook by yourself and enjoy the warmth of home. 2. Lakeside hotel: Great location, you can see the lake view when you open the window, wake up in the morning with sunshine and beautiful scenery, full of experience. 💡Travel tips 1. Twizel has strong UV rays, be sure to take sun protection measures, bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats. 2. The weather here is changeable, it is recommended to bring rain gear and warm clothes just in case. 3. Some attractions have free parking, but some popular attractions may require paid parking, pay attention to the signs. Twizel is like a pearl waiting to be discovered and explored. Pack your bags and have a romantic encounter with nature!
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Posted: Feb 3, 2025
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