Autumn in New Zealand seems to have been carefully colored by God. The mountains and forests of South Island are changed into fancy clothes, and golden red and brilliant yellow are intertwined like flames, reflected in the blue water of Tikapu Lake, like an overturned color palette.

The vineyards of Queenstown are covered with fruit, and the morning mist cages the lonely tree of Lake Wanaka, and its fallen leaves circle like golden butterflies in the wind. In the pasture of Waikato, North Island, oak trees propped up a golden sky, and the air was filled with the sweetness of Fijian fruit. The starry sky in autumn night is particularly clear, the Milky Way seems to be within reach, and there is quiet and romantic between heaven and earth.

New Zealand’s Top Ten Holy Places for Autumn Appreciation:

Arrowtown

Highlights:The most famous autumn-viewing town in New Zealand, the “Arrow Town Autumn Festival” held in April every year is very lively, with retro streets and colorful avenues forming a beautiful picture.

2. Lake Wanaka

Highlights:The famous “lonely tree” by the lakeside, surrounded by golden leaves in autumn, sets off the reflection in the lake, and is a paradise for photographers.

3. Queenstown

Highlights:Take the skyline cable car overlooking the autumn scenery all over the mountains and plains, or stroll along Lake Wakatipu to feel the romance surrounded by mountains and colorful forests.

4. Christchurch

Highlights:In Headley Park and Botanical Garden, the ancient oak avenue is covered in gold in autumn, full of English classical charm.

5. Dunedin

Highlights:Take a drive around the country roads of Otago Peninsula or visit the gardens of Lanark Castle to feel the blend of Scottish style and autumn colors in the southern hemisphere.

6. Lake Tekapo

Highlights:Although the Lubing flower season has passed, the golden poplar trees in autumn are in sharp contrast with the iconic blue lake water of Tikapu Lake, and it is still an excellent stargazing place at night.

7. Mount Cook

Highlights:In the Mount Cook area in autumn, glaciers, lakes and valleys are dyed with warm colors, and against the background of the towering snow peaks, it is even more magnificent, quiet and poetic.

8. Glenorchy

Highlights:This “Lord of the Rings town” transforms into a fairy tale world in autumn. Snow-capped mountains, golden woods and mirror-like lakes together form a quiet autumn picture of “Middle-earth”.

9. Rotorua

Highlights:Walking through the mahogany forest, the towering California redwoods are intertwined with colorful autumn leaves, and the curling fog in the geothermal area adds a mystery and dream.

10. Taupo

Highlights:The shore of Lake Taupo is colorful in autumn, which is in contrast with the surging blue water of Huka Waterfall not far away. It combines movement and static, and the scenery is pleasant.

Autumn in New Zealand is a feast of color. The above ten holy places for appreciating autumn have their own characteristics. From classic towns to lakeside mountains, there is always a place that can capture your heart.