Wellington and it’s attractions Performed by Artem Egorov A student of the POr-22 group Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, the second most populous city in the country, the largest capital among the countries of Oceania and the southern-most capital in the world. The city is located in the Wellington region in the southern part of the North Island. The Maori name of Wellington is Te Fanganui-a-Tara. Wellington Cable Car It is a funicular in Wellington between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kilburn, a suburb in the hills overlooking the city centre. A one-way trip takes about five minutes. The Wellington Cable Car is widely recognized as a symbol of Wellington. Cuba Street One of the most famous and popular streets of the city, was named the cultural center of Wellington. Known for it’s bohemian nature, it boasts many cafes, op-shops, music venues, restaurants, record stores, bookstores, historical architecture of various styles and a general "quirkiness", which has made it one of the most popular tourist destinations of the city. The Weta Cave The museum of the company Weta Workshop, which has been engaged in special effects for various films and television since 1993. The company gained worldwide fame after the release of «The Lord of the Rings». Costumes, armor, weapons, creatures, special effects are the result of the work of Weta Workshop. Wellington Museum The museum consists of four floors, telling about the history of Wellington. Celebrating the maritime history of the city, the early settlement of Maori and Europeans, as well as the growth of the region, the museum aims to tell the stories of Wellington and how the city has developed over the 150 years of its existence as the capital of New Zealand. In 2013, according to The Times, it was recognized as one of the 50 best museums in the world. Wellington Government House It is the main residence of the Governor-General of New Zealand, the representative of the New Zealand head of state, King Charles III. The Government House is also the site of many awards and investitures, as well as the swearing-in place of Prime Ministers and other ministers of the Crown.
