# Old Government House

Auckland, New Zealand

Built in 1856 to a design by William Mason, this grand timber mansion was crafted to imitate stone. Once the governor's vice-regal residence, where royalty stayed and Queen Elizabeth II broadcast in 1953, it now belongs to the University of Auckland.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Old Government House, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -36.84988, 174.77042

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