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The human history of the Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) metropolitan area stretches from early Māori settlers in the 14th century to the first European explorers in the late 18th century, over a short stretch as the official capital of (European-settled) New Zealand in the middle of the 19th century to its current position as the ...
22 de abr. de 2024 · The country’s most populous city and its largest port, Auckland occupies a narrow isthmus between Waitematā Harbour of Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana (east) and Manukau Harbour (southwest). It was established in 1840 by Gov. William Hobson as the capital of the colonial government and was named for George Eden, earl of Auckland ...
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New Zealand’s first Governor, William Hobson, established Auckland as the colony’s capital in 1841 on land offered by Ngāti Whātua. Although the capital was shifted to Wellington in 1865, Auckland remained a major gateway to New Zealand, and grew into a prosperous port city.
Prominent historic buildings in Auckland include the Dilworth Building, the Auckland Ferry Terminal, Guardian Trust Building, Old Customs House, Landmark House, the Auckland Town Hall and the Britomart Transport Centre–many of these are located on the main thoroughfare of Queen Street. [citation needed] Economy
Learn about the Māori and European origins of Auckland, the former capital of New Zealand. Discover the historical places, events and landmarks that shaped the city's development and culture.
22 de set. de 2016 · Auckland History. Somewhat saucily, the Maori named Auckland "Tamaki Makau Rau", or "maiden with a hundred lovers". It can boast a few million more to that number, since its development into the country's largest city and, arguably, its cultural and artistic capital.
The 1945 to 1964 period was one of the most pivotal times in Auckland’s history. It’s when we ripped out the tram system on the back of a decision that we’d build a city based around cars. That saw the completion of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and the first motorways – to the west and south.
