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History
The Maori in Auckland have maintained an oral tradition that
their forefathers had sailed to the shores of Auckland on
canoes about 800 years ago. They established a Polynesian
community and lived on fishing and simple farming. Different
Polynesian tribes got along relatively peacefully, but by
the time European settlers arrived in 1839 the Maori
population was greatly decimated by tribal warfare, disease
and famine from the depletion of farmlands. Following the
signing of Waitangi treaty by the chiefs of various
Polynesian tribes in 1840, this area was named Auckland and
was chosen as the capital of the new colony until Wellington
took over that prestige in 1865. The ensuing period saw the
power struggle between the settlers and the Maori over land
rights which resulted in heavy loss of lives and casualties
on both sides; an event which the Maori referred to as the
'White Man's Anger.' The turn of the 20th century was an era
where New Zealand saw the nation's vigorous move toward a
better welfare development as well as the re-emergence of
the Maori culture and identity. The overall economic boom
has contributed to the growth and prosperity of Auckland
that it is regarded as the fastest growing city of New
Zealand today. |
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Suggested Hotel in
Auckland |
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Carlton Hotel Auckland - The Carlton Is Set
Around A 12-Story, Cathedral-style Glass Atrium
That Allows In Filtered Sunlight During The Day
And Evening Starlight To Cast A Romantic
Ambience, Especially In The Atrium Bar.
Recreational Enthusiasts Will Enjoy The
Carlton's Indoor Pool, Sauna, Fitness Equipment
And Tennis Court. Other Perks Include A Business
Center, Wireless Internet Access In Public
Areas, 24-Hour Room Service, The Pacific
Restaurant's New Zealand Cuisine, Katsura's
Japanese Delicacies And The Aucklander Bar. |
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