New Zealand
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Capital: Wellington
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Official Languages: English, Māori, and New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL)
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Area: 268,021 square kilometers
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Time Zone: New Zealand Standard Time (NZST, UTC+12), New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13)
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Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
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Flag: Blue background with the British Union Jack in the upper left corner and four red stars with white borders on the right.
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Population: Approximately 5 million
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National Holiday: Waitangi Day on February 6
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National Anthems: "God Defend New Zealand" and "God Save the Queen"
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Government: Parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy
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Climate: Diverse, ranging from temperate maritime to subtropical in the north and sub-antarctic in the south.
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Economy: Advanced and diversified, with sectors including agriculture, tourism, technology, and film production.
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Culture: New Zealand has a diverse cultural mix influenced by Māori, European, Polynesian, and Asian traditions.
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Key Natural Features: New Zealand is known for its breathtaking landscapes, including mountains, fjords, rainforests, and vast coastlines.
10 Largest Cities:
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Auckland
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Wellington
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Christchurch
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Hamilton
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Tauranga
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Napier-Hastings
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Dunedin
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Palmerston North
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Nelson
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Rotorua
10 Top Tourist Attractions:
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Milford Sound
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Tongariro National Park
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Bay of Islands
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Abel Tasman National Park
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Rotorua's Geothermal Wonders
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Franz Josef Glacier
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Waiheke Island
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Fiordland National Park
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Queenstown Adventures
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Te Papa Tongarewa (National Museum of New Zealand)
New Zealand is renowned for its pristine nature, adventurous activities, and unique culture, making it an attractive destination for travelers.