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New Zealand’s South Island Is Heaven On Earth
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New Zealand’s South Island Is Heaven On Earth

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During my travels throughout the world, I would rank New Zealand as my favorite place on Earth, the sights and wonders of the South Island have to be seen to be believed. Hidden beaches, grand mountain vistas, spectacular lakes and rustic buildings all add to the charm of this paradise.

These images I captured during my year spent travelling in this amazing country try to encapsulate the beautiful nature I experienced.

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    Antony Harrison

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    A dedicated nomad of the world, I have been travelling since 2001. Now using photography as a means to show others how I see this amazing planet, I have more reason than ever to continue the endless journey...

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    Antony Harrison

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    A dedicated nomad of the world, I have been travelling since 2001. Now using photography as a means to show others how I see this amazing planet, I have more reason than ever to continue the endless journey...

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    IneseGrinbauma
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I travel around NZ last 7 months! It's the most stunning country in the world! Especially South Island!

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what is the best season to travel?

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    awesome photos you must be a pro. makes me feel proud to be a kiwi

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing, sometimes you forget how beautiful our little country is. And to think most of those shots are on my doorstep. I really need to be more of a tourist in my own country.

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful photos of a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing.

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, stunning photos! I feel very lucky to live in such a beautiful place.

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely beautiful pictures of my dream travel site, Antony Harrison!

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blessed to live in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand. You can't visit everywhere but you did miss the beautiful Clutha Valley, New Zealand's best kept secret. See you next time - check out Tuapeka Ferry song on you tube. The last remaining water driven ferry in the Southern Hemesphire.

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Absolutely stunning. I'm a New Zealander and it's amazing to be reminded what a paradise we are so fortunate to live in.

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing! Now we live on South Island and soon we will start our trip around here...can't wait! :)))

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We are so lucky to live in this beautiful part of the world, I have travelled the world and always good to be back home in NZ

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in the south island New Zealand but have yet to go to some of these places. Amazing photos! what camera and lens did you use? :)

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We're hoping to move out there once my husband retires. The history, culture, views, education and so much more draws us to New Zealand.

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live on the west coast of the South Island, amazing place to live

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It has to be said South Island, New Zealand is the most beautiful, amazing, stunning country I have seen.

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't believe how magnificently you have captured our beautiful country!

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I cant believe how magnificently you captured our beautiful country!

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jealous - I live here and can't take good photos :-( But yes, it is that stunning, and there are plenty more "take your breath away' places

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great Read for Sure....Good suggestion for Places to Escape, Have stayed for long holiday in barcelone with a local host booked by www.heybnbworld.com, Local hosts were amazing they explained me about the each and every places which i can explore , about their culture, Food everything, which i was never aware of...remembered my trip after reading this blog , have lots of sweet memories from that trip also some awesome pictures :)

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I travel around NZ last 7 months! It's the most stunning country in the world! Especially South Island!

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    awesome photos you must be a pro. makes me feel proud to be a kiwi

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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing, sometimes you forget how beautiful our little country is. And to think most of those shots are on my doorstep. I really need to be more of a tourist in my own country.

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    Beautiful photos of a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing.

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    Wow, stunning photos! I feel very lucky to live in such a beautiful place.

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    Absolutely beautiful pictures of my dream travel site, Antony Harrison!

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blessed to live in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand. You can't visit everywhere but you did miss the beautiful Clutha Valley, New Zealand's best kept secret. See you next time - check out Tuapeka Ferry song on you tube. The last remaining water driven ferry in the Southern Hemesphire.

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Absolutely stunning. I'm a New Zealander and it's amazing to be reminded what a paradise we are so fortunate to live in.

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing! Now we live on South Island and soon we will start our trip around here...can't wait! :)))

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    We are so lucky to live in this beautiful part of the world, I have travelled the world and always good to be back home in NZ

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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in the south island New Zealand but have yet to go to some of these places. Amazing photos! what camera and lens did you use? :)

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    We're hoping to move out there once my husband retires. The history, culture, views, education and so much more draws us to New Zealand.

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    I live on the west coast of the South Island, amazing place to live

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    It has to be said South Island, New Zealand is the most beautiful, amazing, stunning country I have seen.

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    I can't believe how magnificently you have captured our beautiful country!

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    Jealous - I live here and can't take good photos :-( But yes, it is that stunning, and there are plenty more "take your breath away' places

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    Great Read for Sure....Good suggestion for Places to Escape, Have stayed for long holiday in barcelone with a local host booked by www.heybnbworld.com, Local hosts were amazing they explained me about the each and every places which i can explore , about their culture, Food everything, which i was never aware of...remembered my trip after reading this blog , have lots of sweet memories from that trip also some awesome pictures :)

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