Taupo

Maori Tradition relates that the great priest Ngatoroirangi and a chief, Tia, arrived in the Arawa canoe that made landfall at Cape Runaway and its people settled in the Bay of Plenty. Tia was the first to explore inland and came across the eastern side of Taupo. He noted that a formation of rock resembled his heavy cloak and hung the cloak, or taupo, on a post and claimed the area as Taupo nui a Tia, which means the Great Cloak of Tia. Ngatoroirangi arrived soon after and headed further south to the then lifeless mountains. He climbed to the top of one of the peaks and was almost overcome by the terrible cold. He called upon his sisters overseas in the ancestral home of Hawaiki to send him heat for warmth. The fire gods answered the sisters prayers and the fire came, travelling under the sea and land. At the coast of New Zealand, the fire broke through the surface as volcanic or thermal activity and ran as a line through White Island, Rotorua, Taupo and down to the mountains which erupted as volcanoes. When you think of the Lake Taupo region, Think Fresh .... as in fresh air, snow, trout, volcanoes, rivers, lakes, people, fun, food and attitudes. Did you know... Lake Taupo itself was created by the largest known eruption of the past 5,000 years, it was so big the sun went hazy in China. Today, what remains is a lake the size of Singapore and the largest fresh water lake in Australasia. Where is Lake Taupo? In the central north island of New Zealand. Only 1 hours drive from Rotorua.

7 °C


Clouds, broken clouds


Wind2.02 m/s
Cloudiness51 %
Temperature (min/max)7/7 °C
Pressure1017 hpa
Humidity81 %
Last update: 21 Nov 2024 @ 19:00

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  • Scenic Cellars2012-11-09

    Located in Taupo, Taupo District, Waikato, New Zealand

    Scenic CellarsScenic Cellars in Taupo, New Zealand, first opened its doors for business in 1981, and soon became known as one of the best and favourite wine shops in New Zealand. The business was bought by three employees in 2002, and the new owners maintained the principles of stocking only quality wines and providing excellent service to our loyal customers. We stock an extensive range of New Zealand and international wines, with prices to suit all tastes and occasions. When you have purchased your selection of wines, why not stay for a meal at The Vine Eatery and perhaps enjoy your wine with one of the delicious shared platters that are available. We regularly have wine tasting events and long table dinners at The Vine Eatery, and this has become one of those "have to attend" events, with exciting dinner themes, delicious cuisine and of course, exceptional wines. And if you are wanting to organise a team event or party, Scenic Cellars can assist in creating the perfect event and The Vine Eatery will compile a delectable menu of either a full dinner or snacks, according to your function. It is our excellent customer service, knowledgeable, friendly staff and extensive selection of fine wines, that makes Scenic Cellars one of the favoured wine shops in New Zealand. READ MORE

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  • Hilton Lake Taupo2018-06-22

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