Wellington Region Historical pictures

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Go on a free guided tour of the seat of New Zealand’s power, the beehive-shaped building that houses the New Zealand Parliament\'s Executive wing.

Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines. 

Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines. 

Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

New Zealand’s capital city relishes the good life with its natural beauty, arts, culture and thriving movie industry.

New Zealand’s capital city relishes the good life with its natural beauty, arts, culture and thriving movie industry.

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington\'s bohemian heart.

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington\'s bohemian heart.

Learn about the events and people who shaped New Zealand\'s political landscape and see where the country is governed from at this collection of buildings.

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

This modern public library is regarded for its functional architecture, free events year-round and many collections of books and other resources.

Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.