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Neobie:
Hmm. We already had all the countries?

Brazil's a double, so where do the other two doubles fit in: Cambodia, India or Kazakhstan?

georgiapeach:
I vote Kazakhstan for the times...


Auckland
You haven't seen Auckland until you've checked out its cones
When you're sprawled out on the grass at the Auckland Domain, remember that you're perched on a volcano. Along with Albert Park, this was the site of one of Auckland's first eruptions.

The largest, and most recent, eruption was around 600 years ago at Rangitoto. During this time the region was dotted with 48 volcanic cones. You can still spot these cones today – just look for the tell-tale green pastures in an otherwise densely built-up city.

A visit to Auckland is not complete without a trek up at least one of these cones and the two most popular are Mt Eden and One Tree Hill.

Mt Eden is the highest volcano on the Auckland isthmus and provides stunning views over the city and its harbours.

One Tree Hill was one of the largest Maori settlement complexes in New Zealand and has been claimed to be the largest pre-historic earth fort in the world.

Here's three top ways to check out these locations:

Via the Coast to Coast walkway, a half-day walk from the Waitemata Harbour to the Manukau Harbour; courtesy of a guided walk with a local guide from the Ngati Whatua tribe or privately by car, or on foot.

http://www.aatravel.co.nz/101/MustDo_Auckland-Volcanoes_Activities-Adventure.html

georgiapeach:
One tree hill, Māori name is Maungakiekie




--- Quote ---One Tree Hill is one of Auckland's most recognisable landmarks and from its summit you get 360-degree views of the city.

It was formed up to 30,000 years ago and is one of several inactive volcanos in the Auckland area. The others include Mt Eden, Mt Wellington and Rangitoto Island.

Situated within Cornwall Park, One Tree Hill has at its peak a large obelisk that was erected early last century as a tribute to the local Maori population.

On its slopes are more than 170 man-made terraces that formed parts of three old Maori forts or pas. These make up what is believed to be the world's biggest pre-historic earth fortifications.

One Tree Hill has been public land since the 1840s and until recently was topped with a single pine tree. This was attacked and badly damaged by a political activist and was later cut down.

Today One Tree Hill offers Aucklanders and tourists a peaceful place in which to walk, jog, picnic or just sit and relax and enjoy some truly spectacular scenery.
--- End quote ---

http://www.tikitouring.co.nz/oth.htm

georgiapeach:
This is old right? But where is he?

Slowhatch:
Hamilton Viewpoint park in Seattle, where the media day shots were taken.  :waves:

Speaking of which...any guesses for this season? He's used up most of the tall buildings in town.  :lol:

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