Bluff Southland New Zealand

2008 Edition

Southern Scenic Route
Dunedin
Otago Peninsula
Oamaru & Waitaki District
Clutha District
Waihola
Lawrence
The Catlins
Southland
Gore
Invercargill
Bluff
Stewart Island
Riverton
Tuatapere

Bluff

Bluff: Where the Highway Begins
Bluff, 20 minutes drive (27kms) from Invercargill, is the oldest European town in New Zealand, being established in 1824 by James Spencer. It is set at the base of Bluff Hill, with an excellent harbour and a rich history of whaling, sealing and shipping. Captain William Stirling purchased and cultivated the land around Stirling Point (where it got its name) to service whaling bases. Bluff has long summer days with friendly locals and a warm atmosphere.

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