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29.6912, -91.2097
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43.1415, -80.2643
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Seacliff, New Zealand
Seacliff Asylum Ruins
The remains of a notorious mental institution that became known for its structural design failures and experiments carried out on patients.
-45.6777, 170.6234
Wellington, New Zealand
Massey Memorial
The mausoleum of New Zealand's controversial prime minister.
-41.2877, 174.8238
Wellington, New Zealand
Toenga o Te Aro (Remains of Te Aro Pā)
The only known remains of an extensive Maori settlement are preserved underneath an apartment building.
-41.2922, 174.7793
Wellington, New Zealand
Katherine Mansfield House
The "horrid little piggy house" of one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers.
-41.2701, 174.7798
Wellington, New Zealand
The Castle on Hawkin's Hill
A mysterious castle "in the clouds" has had many lives including a radar bunker, dog hotel, and conference center.
-41.3276, 174.7298
Wellington, New Zealand
Taranaki Wharf Jump Platform
A winding staircase that appears to lead to nowhere is actually a diving platform into the Wellington Harbour.
-41.2955, 174.7771
Wellington, New Zealand
Nairn's Street Cottage
Journey through time by touring Wellington's oldest original cottage.
-41.2993, 174.7700
Wellington, New Zealand
Plimmer's Ark Remains
The remnants of a 1849 sunken ship lie underneath a building.
-41.2829, 174.7754
Wellington, New Zealand
Moai Statue
One of the iconic moai of Rapa Nui stands guard in Lyall Bay as a symbol of the friendship between New Zealand and Chile.
-41.3383, 174.7921
Wellington, New Zealand
Zealandia
The world's first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary is a haven for New Zealand's rare and endangered species.
-41.2909, 174.7535
Wellington, New Zealand
Lobster Loos
These concrete crustaceans are actually public restrooms.
-41.2838, 174.7784
Wellington, New Zealand
Moko Tree
This 800-year-old Rimu tree may be the oldest of its kind in the world.
-41.2678, 174.7578
Wellington, New Zealand
Listening and Viewing Device
This kinetic sculpture focuses the sounds of the city when you stand inside.
-41.2821, 174.7661
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Bernal Hill Rock
This colorful boulder serves as a canvas for political statements and artistic expression.
37.7429, -122.4099
Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington Writers Walk
Quotes and poems etched on stone plaques are hidden along this waterfront walkway.
-41.2879, 174.7796
Wellington, New Zealand
Bucket Fountain
Referred to as "the crappiest fountain ever," this sculpture has been splashing unknowing passersby since 1969.
-41.2923, 174.7763
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