Queenstown, New Zealand is a picturesque postcard worthy town that draws all types of travellers to its mountainous and scenic landscapes.
Early settlers came in search of green pastures, however the discovery of gold in the rivers heralded a gold rush to the town. Today however, Queenstown is a contemporary modern town catering to the needs of the adventure seeker, nature lover, cultural enthusiast and shopaholic, while also having something for everyone in the family.
Those interested in adventure sports, can take their pick from bungee jumping, sky diving, snowboarding, skiing, paragliding, river surfing and much more. Those interested in wine tasting, and other culturally interesting activities could do so as well amidst truly breathtaking landscapes.
Of these cultural activities, the Toi O Tahuna Gallery will be a great place to visit as it is one of the best fine art galleries that feature emerging, amateur and established artists’ work of all types. These range from paintings to photographs and sculptures to various other creations. It features a very contemporary look and is modern in its arts space formulation. Not only are there traditional Maori artwork, but also art work by other artistes.
David Teata, Aaron Kereopa, Kim Lowe, Roi Toia, Rangi Kipa, Trevor Askin and Laura Shallcrass are some of the artists featured at the gallery. The collections are quite comprehensive and varying in nature. Each month different artists or different types of exhibits are featured at the gallery providing visitors with enthralling experiences.
If you are a traveller interested in artwork of all types from different countries and different regions, the Toi O Tahuna Gallery will certainly interest you. Consider a tour of various other arts galleries and exhibitions together with a wine tasting tour, set off by a heady and thrilling bungee jumping or river surfing session for a truly spectacular Queenstown experience.
If you seek Queenstown hotel accommodation then your options are wide. For a truly luxurious and comfortable stay consider the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Queenstown Lakefront. With its amenities and facilities that suit all types of travellers it is a Queenstown resort that is ideal for business or leisure and provides a truly memorable stay in this scenic part of New Zealand.
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.