From The Mountains To The Sea
Canterbury & Christchurch
Welcome to Canterbury and its vibrant heart, Christchurch City. Canterbury spans the land between the magnificent Southern Alps of New Zealand and the Pacific Ocean, offering a truly diverse range of landforms from towering alpine peaks to magnificent harbours and sun-drenched beaches.
Christchurch and surrounding areas experienced three major earthquakes since 4 September 2010. While parts of the city were badly affected, Christchurch has seen massive development in the last few years and is fast turning into a vibrant city.
Local business people have created thriving entertainment, education and business hubs in the Central City, and we'll see further opportunities for new and innovative developments in the very near future
Christchurch has all the vibrancy of a big city without the hassles - there is no major traffic congestion or the social problems associated with larger metropolitan cities.
Instead it is a city of sophisticated charm with a lively nightlife, world-class restaurants and cultural activities and, above all, friendly internationally focused people.
And with its temperate climate and the easy accessibility to the mountains and the sea, Canterbury is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. Where else in the world can you surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon?