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Christchurch is the third largest city in New Zealand situated some 30 km south of Kaiapoi and 400 km from the capital. The population of Christchurch is 364,000 people (as of 2009). Christchurch is a popular tourist destination thanks to its monuments and memorials.

The nearest airport Christchurch Intl (IATA: CHC) is about 20 km away.

Best things to see in Christchurch

1. Bridge of Remembrance
The Bridge of Remembrance is one of two main war memorials in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is dedicated to those who died in World War I, and serves as a memorial for those who participated in two World Wars as well as subsequent conflicts in Borneo, Korea, Malaya, and Vietnam. Owned by Christchurch City Council, it is located on the Cashel Street Bridge at the head of City Mall.

2. Citizens' War Memorial
The Citizens' War Memorial (alternate: Soldiers' War Memorial) in Cathedral Square, Christchurch, is one of the two major memorials in the city to World War I. It is located immediately north of ChristChurch Cathedral. The annual Anzac Day service is held there. It is a Category I heritage structure registered with the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

3. Twelve Local Heroes
The Twelve Local Heroes is a series of bronze busts located in the central city of Christchurch, New Zealand on Worcester Boulevard outside the Arts Centre to commemorate twelve local Christchurch people who were prominent in their respective fields in the latter part of the 20th century.

If you have seen everything in Christchurch already, take a look on the outskirts of the town. If you're visiting the area, you may want to check out something from the following list:

Be sure to check out photos of the area taken by other travellers.

Christchurch tourist attractions and interesting places

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Bridge of Remembrance

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Sign of the Takahe

The Sign of the Takahe is today a function centre and tea rooms built

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Citizens' War Memorial

The Citizens' War Memorial (alternate: Soldiers' War Memorial) in

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Orari Bed & Breakfast

starting $124

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

starting $146

YHA Christchurch

starting $16

Distinction Christchurch Hotel

starting $142

Heritage Christchurch

starting $159

Hotel Ibis Christchurch

starting $107

YMCA Christchurch Hostel

starting $20

BreakFree on Cashel

starting $49

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