Why New Zealand, Middle-earth of Lord of the Rings fame, should be explored | Travel - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

Why New Zealand, Middle-earth of Lord of the Rings fame, should be explored

ByIANS, New Delhi
Dec 10, 2016 05:32 PM IST

New Zealand, the country which was to form the Middle-earth of the Lord of the Rings series, is a compelling country to visit. Here’s why.

To celebrate 15 years of New Zealand being the real Middle-earth, Tourism New Zealand has come up with a unique way for tourists to explore the country by re-imagining it through the eyes of The Lord of the Rings characters.

New Zealand is where Lord of the Rings’ Middle-earth was shot.(Shutterstock)
New Zealand is where Lord of the Rings’ Middle-earth was shot.(Shutterstock)

The journey engages consumers through a unique quiz designed to discover which character they would be. Consumers will be provided with a character inspired journey throughout New Zealand with an itinerary on Tourism New Zealand’s official website.

Hindustan Times - your fastest source for breaking news! Read now.

Ace filmmaker Peter Jackson says that since the release of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in 2001, nothing has changed in New Zealand.

New Zealand offers a variety of landscapes -- lush green forests to soaring mountains. (Shutterstock)
New Zealand offers a variety of landscapes -- lush green forests to soaring mountains. (Shutterstock)

“New Zealand has such a variety of landscapes from lush green forests, to soaring mountains. The grandeur of these landscapes saw tourists flock to our shores, and made a huge impact on the tourism industry,” Jackson said in a statement.

“New Zealand is the perfect Middle-earth and a real place that visitors can experience for years and years to come,” he added.

The endless beauty of New Zealand is bewitching. (Shutterstock)
The endless beauty of New Zealand is bewitching. (Shutterstock)

Sharing his love for the country, actor Ian McKellen said: “This is the Middle-earth I had always pictured. How can New Zealand not bewitch anyone who visits?”

According to Skyscanner survey, New Zealand emerged as a favourite among Indian travellers, witnessing a growth of 52 percent in travel searches from last year.

Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Thursday, March 07, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On