This strange geological landscape erupts with sudden bursts of water.

The Dalai Lama named this New Zealand landscape the "Spiritual Center of the Universe."

The real place where the One Ring to rule them all was forged.

This deadly little sliver of beach has seen hundreds of whales beach themselves over the years.

These stunning arched rock formations might be familiar to Windows 10 users.

New Zealand's most advertised nonexistent landmark

Some of the clearest water anywhere in the world.

This unusual rock formation looks like an apple that has been neatly sliced in half.

A journey through a collection of classic cars and fashionable artwork.

An unusual snaking bank of boulders caused by longshore drift.

This beach provides a glimpse of the ancient seafloor without getting wet.

New Zealand's only running funicular railway.

The world's only complete colossal squid specimen is on display at the Te Papa Museum.

The only known remains of an extensive Maori settlement are preserved underneath an apartment building.

Referred to as "the crappiest fountain ever," this sculpture has been splashing unknowing passersby since 1969.

A winding staircase that appears to lead to nowhere is actually a diving platform into the Wellington Harbour.

This ledge in Victoria Park served as a hiding spot for Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin.

Wellington’s longest, fastest, and steepest slide offers incredible views of New Zealand's capital.

The mausoleum of New Zealand's controversial prime minister.

Inside this faux cave, visitors can learn how some of their favorite fantasy characters were created.

High winds can make this one scary landing.

One of the iconic moai of Rapa Nui stands guard in Lyall Bay as a symbol of the friendship between New Zealand and Chile.

A mysterious castle "in the clouds" has had many lives including a radar bunker, dog hotel, and conference center.

These phallic stone spires once served as Tolkien's Paths of the Dead.