Overview
Dunedin, known as Ōtepoti in Māori, is the main city of the Otago region on New Zealand’s South Island, and its name derives from Dùn Èideann, the Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh. It is the second-most populous city on the South Island and one of New Zealand’s larger urban areas, with an estimated population of about 132,800.
The city is noted for its concentration of Victorian and Edwardian architecture and its strong Scottish heritage. Historic attractions include Larnach Castle and Olveston Historic Home, while Baldwin Street is known for its unusually steep gradient.
Dunedin is also a major wildlife and ecotourism destination. The Otago Peninsula supports northern royal albatross, penguins, fur seals and sea lions, while nearby natural attractions include Tunnel Beach and the Pyramids at Okia Reserve.
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Baldwin Street
Baldwin Street is a residential street in the North East Valley suburb of Dunedin, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s steepest street.
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Dunedin Railway Station
Dunedin railway station in Dunedin on New Zealand's South Island, designed by George Troup, is the city's fourth station. It is nicknamed "Gingerbread George."
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Dunedin Railway Station (Dunedin Railways)
Dunedin Railway Station operates tourist trains from Dunedin Railway Station in Dunedin.
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First Church of Otago
First Church of Otago is a prominent church in Dunedin and the city's primary Presbyterian church.
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Larnach Castle
Larnach Castle, a Gothic Revival residence, was built for businessman and politician William Larnach.
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Queens Garden
Queens Gardens is a roughly triangular garden in central Dunedin, New Zealand, situated on reclaimed land near the original landing site for Māori waka.
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Royal Albatross Centre
The Royal Albatross Centre is a wildlife attraction at Taiaroa Head on the Otago Peninsula near Dunedin, New Zealand.
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Speight’s Brewery
The original Speight’s brewery is located in the heart of Dunedin.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral (Dunedin)
St Paul’s Cathedral is the mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Dunedin.
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Toitū Otago Settlers Museum
The Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, New Zealand's oldest history museum, focuses on the early settlers to the Dunedin region.
