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旅の径If you haven't taken a photo with the driftwood decoration "HOKITIKA", you have not been to Hokitika or the west coast of the South Island. The first page of the Hokitika tourism brochure compiled by the New Zealand Tourism Board is a photo of the sunset accompanied by "HOKIDIKA". Walk west from the town's clock tower for 3 minutes, pass through a small gatehouse, and Hokitika Beach is right in front of you, with the whistling sea breeze and the surging waves hitting the black stone beach. The driftwood decoration and the stone green sofa not far away are the most eye-catching objects on the beach. When there are many tourists, they consciously line up to check in. The residents of the town are almost obsessed with the driftwood "HOKIDIKA". Whenever a strong wind destroys part or all of the decoration, they must use the driftwood branches available everywhere on the beach to repair it as new within 24 hours.
4.8/5旅の径Thousand-layered rock, also known as Thousand-layered pancake rock, is a unique scenic spot on the west coast of South Island. The scenery is spectacular. Huge rocks shaped like thousand-layered pancakes protrude from the cliffs into the sea, some are pillars supporting the sky, and some are connected into a piece, which is magnificent. Stop and watch ~ gusts of sea breeze, layers of waves, and birds singing; move to change the scenery ~ the ingenious and colorful works of nature are impressed by the beauty and power of nature. Comprehensive facilities. The trails, viewing platforms, and signboards in the scenic area are set up very scientifically and comprehensively. After entering the scenic area, follow the trail and go around clockwise to fully appreciate the entire scenic area without taking any detours; standing on the viewing platform, the most spectacular scenery is right in front of you, and you can see it at a glance; following the instructions of the signboard, you can not only increase your knowledge, but also take memorable photos. Convenient transportation. Starting from Greymouth, it takes 45 minutes to drive north along the road to the scenic area gate on the side of the road. Parking is also very convenient. Many tourists choose it as the first stop of the counterclockwise tour around the South Island.
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in West Coast