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Things to do in Napier are quite a few and each one of the activities is quite interesting and remains in the memory for a long time. Things to do in Napier Involves travel to the reefs, mountains and various museums.

Some of the interesting Things to do in Napier are:

Travel to the Marine Parade: Activities in Napier includes a visit to this beautiful place. The place is full of gardens, fountains, memorials and sculptures lined on both sides. The tourist can also enjoy the beautiful gorgeous sea. On the northern end of the parade lies a statue a Maori girl, named Pania. The park's main attractions are its sprawling gardens, fountains and various sculptures. The "Sound Shell" building located very close to the Visitor Information centre is another tourist attraction. The building has an open air stage and houses many works of art. During the evening the pine trees are lit with colorful lights. Although the sea is very gorgeous and inviting it is better not to swim. The tourist can also visit the St. John's Cathedral church. The church has 13 stained glass windows and a specially designed Maori chapel. The parade also houses the famous sculpture by Frank Szirmaw.The sculpture depicts the true character of the city after the disastrous earthquake of 1931.

Things to do in Napier involve a visit to Cape Kidnappers. The place is one of the main attractions of Sightseeing in Napier. This place is located on the east coast of north island near to the Hawke's Bay region. The tourist should also not miss the Gannet reserve which is near to this place. It is the largest and most accessible mainland gannet colony in the world. This popular destination is home to the Australasian Gannet. They are also called Takapu by the Maoris. The best period for a visit to this place is from December till February when the chicks are seen on the plateau. There are three gannet colonies on Cape Kidnappers: the Plateau Colony, the Saddle Colony and the Black Reef Colony. Among these colonies the Plateau Colony is the only colony where visitors are allowed.

Things to do in Napier also involve a visit to the Earthquake Museum. The Museum gives a true picture of the events of 1931 earthquake.Interiews of the survivors of the earthquake can be listened which are worth remembering. There is also a pictorial display of events that occurred during the earthquake. The tourist can also see various exhibits of Maori Art and history.

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