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Settlement in Taranaki Region, New Zealand
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Stratford is in Taranaki, New Zealand. Sitting on the banks of the Patea River, Stratford enjoys impressive views of Mount Taranaki/Egmont. The mountain provides a year-round source of recreation, with skiing, hiking, climbing and scenic walks. Trout fishing is popular at the region's rivers and streams, and the town boasts several fine gardens, including Te Popo. South of Stratford, the Taranaki Pioneer Village houses a collection of historic buildings. The Stratford-Taumaranui Heritage Trail also takes in historic sites - a booklet about the trail is available at the visitor centre.
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The only one in New Zealand. The glockenspiel performs for about 5 minutes, after the hour chimes at 10AM, 1PM, 3PM and 7PM.
New Zealand's "other nation." 50 km or so down Route 43. In January of every other year (2007, 2009, 2011...) the population swells to about 5,000 to celebrate its independence. Has a border guard (an outdoor toilet), a president, and its own beer. Get your passport stamped at the hotel.
Public art gallery.with exhibitions changing every month.
10 acre village with 40 buildings dating back to 1853 and a steam train.
Cinema and theatre operating since 1919 and showing the first "talkies" in 1927.
is the town's only big supermarket, selling a large range of groceries.
By bus
Intercity coaches from Wellington and New Plymouth stop outside the i-Site in Miranda Street.
Stratford is small enough to walk around. There is no bus system or taxis.
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