Christchurch, New Zealand

Avon River / Otakaro

Avon River / Otakaro, Christchurch

A gentle 14-kilometre river winding through central Christchurch, known by its Maori name Otakaro, meaning place to play. Lined with willows and famous for punting, it shaped the city's gardens and its earthquake rebuild.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Avon River / Otakaro, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: -43.528, 172.726

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