Murihiku Southland
New Zealand
As we cross into Southland, take in the wide-open spaces and lush farmland. Your guide will provide insight into the local farming lifestyle and how this region plays a key role in New Zealand’s agriculture.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Murihiku Southland
Welcome, intrepid traveler, to Murihiku Southland. In the indigenous Māori language, Murihiku translates beautifully to the tail end of the land. …
Listen in the app2Industrial Exhilaration at Dig This
Just a short distance from the refined avenues of Invercargill lies an attraction that offers a stark, yet utterly fascinating, contrast to the traditional museum or gallery experience. Welcome to Dig This Invercargill, a…
Listen in the app3The Agricultural Heartland and Farm Stays
Leaving the mechanical roars behind, we transition into the verdant, rolling landscapes that form the true economic backbone of the region. Agriculture in Southland is not merely an industry; it is a deeply ingrained cultural…
Listen in the app4Bluff and the Maritime Bounty
Our journey now takes us to the historic maritime settlement of Bluff, located at the very terminus of the nation's highway network. Bluff faces down the formidable, weather-beaten expanse of the Foveaux Strait, serving as the…
Listen in the app5Facing the Apex Predator at Motunui Island
Venturing into the unpredictable depths of the Foveaux Strait, we set our sights on the rugged silhouette of Motunui Island, historically referred to as Edwards Island. For over eleven years, this remote, wind-swept outpost has…
Listen in the app6Crossing to the Sanctuary of Rakiura Stewart Island
Leaving the adrenaline of the shark encounters behind, we now cast our gaze across the strait toward a landmass of immense ecological significance. Welcome to Rakiura Stewart Island, New Zealand's third largest island. …
Listen in the app7The Rakiura Track and the Enigmatic Kiwi
Deep within the protected interior of Rakiura Stewart Island lies one of the absolute crown jewels of the New Zealand outdoor network: the renowned Rakiura Track. Designated as an official New Zealand Great Walk, it holds a…
Listen in the app8Murihiku Southland
As our comprehensive exploration of Murihiku Southland draws to a close, we are left to synthesize a profound array of striking contrasts. This region resolutely defies simple categorization. …
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What is Murihiku Southland?
Murihiku Southland is a place in New Zealand with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -46.4161, 168.3557 |
| Last updated |
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