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In the far southwest of the Pacific Ocean lies Auckland.
在太平洋遥远的西南边坐落着一座城市奥克兰。
Home to some 1.5 million people, it is New Zealand's most populous city.
人口约150万的奥克兰，是新西兰人口最多的城市。
Auckland is the perfect base from which to explore the scenic coastline and hidden coves of the diverse North Island.
奥克兰是探索优美的海岸线以及北岛隐藏海湾的绝佳之地。
Nicknamed the City of Sails, Auckland has more boats per capita than anywhere else in the world.
被称为风帆之都的奥克兰，其人均船只拥有量比世界其他任何地方的船只都多。
In this city nestled between two big natural harbors, water is never far away...
这座依偎于两座大型天然港的城市，永远不会离水太远...
Auckland's biggest landmark is Rangitoto Island, which can be seen from all over the city.
奥克兰最大的地标是郎基图图岛，从这座城市的任意地方都能瞥见这座岛屿。
As the country's biggest city, Auckland has modern malls, spacious urban parks, and plenty of culture.
作为新西兰最大城市，奥克兰有现代购物中心、广阔的城市公园以及丰富的文化。
Enjoy breakfast in the Elliott Stables, an old Renaissance-style warehouse and then walk along nearby Queen Street.
在Elliott Stables享用早餐，这是一座古老的文艺复兴风格的货栈，早餐之后就在附近的皇后街晃晃。
Then, head out and explore the city's major attractions.
之后就向外走，去探索这座城市的主要景点。
Outside the central business district, visit the trendy shops and restaurants of Ponsonby, Auckland's hippest strip.
在中心商业区外，逛逛时髦商店和庞森比的餐厅，这里是奥克兰最前卫的地带。
Walk along the promenade of Mission Bay and enjoy this inner-city beach.
沿着奥克兰的使命湾漫步，体验这里的城内海滩。
The most characteristic building on Auckland's waterfront is the Edwardian-style Ferry Terminal.
奥克兰海滨最具特色的建筑是爱德华七世时代风格的码头大楼。
Head across the bay to nearby Devonport and enjoy a seafood lunch.
穿过海湾来到附近的德文波特，享用一顿海鲜午餐。
You could spend days exploring the cosmopolitan streets and bays of Auckland,
你可以花上几天时间探索奥克兰的世界性街道和海湾，
but its main attraction is found beyond the city limits: Unspoiled nature!
但其主要的景点要在城市边缘才能发现：未遭破坏的自然美景！
Auckland's rugged coastline with dramatic cliffs and rolling hills is simply stunning.
奥克兰崎岖的海岸线、引人注目的悬崖和起伏的群山就是如此引人目眩。
Drive to the native rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges to enjoy a treetop walk and see more of New Zealand's unique flora and fauna.
驱车来到怀塔克雷山脉地区公园的原生热带雨林，体验树间吊桥，欣赏新西兰独特的动植物群。
This regional park is located just to the west of the city.
这座区域性公园就位于城市的西边。
Nearby, along the volcanic western coastline of the North Island is Piha Beach, with Lion's Rock to the north.
就在附近，沿着北岛的火山西部海岸线就是皮哈海滩，狮子岩就在它的北面。
It's a famous spot with experienced surfers.
这里是经验丰富的冲浪者的宠地。
Other west coast beaches are equally stunning and no matter which one you pick,
其他西岸沙滩也都是一样的美妙，不论你选择哪一个，
they are all good for building sandcastles, fishing, paddling and long walks on the beach.
它们都是搭建沙堡、垂钓、划桨和散步的好地方。
Back in the city, head to the main public park, called Auckland Domain, to watch the locals play cricket.
回到城市之中，朝着主要的公共公园——奥克兰中央公园走去，来看看当地人打板球。
It's a great place to tune into the laid-back lifestyle that is so typical for this remote island nation.
这里是感受慵懒生活之地，慵懒的生活方式是这座遥远的小岛民族的特征。
In the stately Auckland War Memorial Museum, hear the story and see the treasures of Aotearoa,
在庄严的奥克兰战争纪念博物馆，聆听历史故事、见证奥特亚罗瓦的宝藏，
'The Land of the Long White Cloud', as the native Māori people call New Zealand.
‘长白云之乡’，一如毛利人所称——新西兰。
Their ancestors sailed here about a thousand years ago and their fiercely proud culture is still very much alive today.
早在一千年前，他们的祖先就航行来此，如今他们引以为傲的文化仍然异常活跃。
Children will love the Auckland Zoo, where they can meet and treat the animals of the African savannah.
孩子们会喜欢奥克兰动物园的，在动物园里他们可以看见并投喂非洲大草原动物们。
Another great dayout is Rainbow's End. Bounce into each other during fun rides.... whirl around in the air or get dumped in seconds!
另一处超棒的出游之地是奥克兰彩虹游乐园。在乘骑游乐设施上相互碰撞...在空中旋转或是体验秒落的刺激！
There are more thrills to be had downtown at the Sky Tower, where you can base jump at breathtaking speeds.
在市中心的天空塔有更多刺激，在这里体验极速高空跳伞。
If you rather just watch, ride to the Observation platform, to look straight down on Auckland's central streets.
如果你只想看，就在观景台上朝下看奥克兰的中央街道。
Just before sunset, hike or drive to the top of Mount Eden, an inner-city volcano, to see the sparkling lights reveal some of the city's finest buildings.
日落之前，徒步或开车来到伊甸山的山顶，来到这座市内火山，欣赏城市最精致建筑所闪耀出的光芒。
Auckland has countless riches, as the Māori already discovered many centuries ago.
奥克兰有无数的珍宝，正如几世纪以前毛利人所发现的那样。
They called the area Tāmaki Makaurau, meaning 'desired by a hundred men'.
他们将这片区域称为Tāmaki Makaurau，意味着‘百人所想’。
The appeal is still there today and the city's unique history, untouched nature, family-friendly attractions
这样的吸引力仍保留至今，这座城市独特的历史、未改变的自然、适于家庭的景点
and easygoing lifestyle make it a desired destination for millions of overseas visitors every year.
以及平易近人的生活方式是每年百万海外游客的理想目的地。
Nau mai Tāmaki Makaurau! - Welcome to Auckland!
Nau mai Tāmaki Makaurau!——欢迎来到奥克兰！
