Driving SH1 from Woodend into Christchurch at sunset | Canterbury | New Zealand | 4K

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Driving SH1 from Woodend into Christchurch at sunset, in the Canterbury region on the East Coast of New Zealand's South Island.

Woodend is a small town north of Christchurch. It is a quiet satellite town, with most people commuting daily to work. The town is surrounded by farmland and lifestyle blocks and within easy distance of the vineyards and fine wines of Waipara, a bit further to the north. At Woodend Beach, you can relax with a wide-open sandy beach to stroll, swim, or surf at, a playground and picnic area for the family, and walking and cycling tracks to explore. The township also offers a range of eateries to satisfy your appetite.

Christchurch is full of world-class attractions, including the International Antarctic Centre, Orana Park, and Willowbank Wildlife Park. The City is called the "Garden City" due to its many trees and beautiful gardens.

Christchurch is the most populous City in the South Island. Christchurch is also home to an excellent hospitality sector with many cafes, bars, and restaurants. Popular Canterbury destinations such as Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, Lyttelton, Sumner, Akaroa, and Mt Hutt are all under two hours from Christchurch. The City is an excellent destination for those looking for city attractions and comfort.

Christchurch is a city where urban transformation and heritage flourish. The City is forever evolving. This constantly gives locals and visitors alike new things to explore. Street art, innovative projects, a thriving hospitality space, and many beautiful well-established green spaces.

The City is intersected by the Avon River, giving the city environment a natural feel. The river flows through the central City and disrupts the regular rectangular layout of the city streets. Christchurch's rich English heritage shows in many older buildings, especially in the cultural precinct along Worcester Boulevard from the Avon River towards the west, where most heritage buildings remain.

The City makes a great basecamp for exploring the South Island, with the Banks Peninsula and Akaroa within a short drive, together with the Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains.