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If you come to New Plymouth looking for fun, excitement or a dose of adrenalin, you certainly won't leave disappointed. There's bound to be aquatic, family or thrilling activities either here or not too far away, from marine mammal encounters and eco-tourism adventures to cruises and jet-boat rides. New Zealand is the 'Adventure Capital of the World', so adrenalin-pumping action is found all over the country. Jet boating and white-water rafting are exhilarating ways to check out the country's crystal-clear rivers and magic scenery. If you would rather stay dry then there's a myriad of land and air-based activities on offer too. The brave can try bungy jumping, the slightly less courageous can enjoy a tandem hang-glide or parapent, or for the ultimate thrill there is the free-fall skydive. Plus, abseiling or exploring the captivating cave systems that riddle both the North and South Islands should definitely be on your to-do list.

New Plymouth is the main city of Taranaki. It has grown from a farming and petrochemical centre to a
city rich in the arts, dining, sports and outdoor lifestyle. It is well known for its great parks,
including the magnificent Pukekura Park, Nga Motu/Sugar Loaf Islands Marine Park, Tupare Gardens,
and the nearby Egmont National Park (featuring Mount Taranaki/Egmont) and Pukeiti Rhododendron
Trust. There are several heritage trails and city walkways - including the 7km-long Coastal Walkway
- and good local beaches are East End, Fitzroy, Oakura and Ngamotu. The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
owns a collection of Len Lye kinetic sculptures. The city's historic buildings include St Mary's
Pro-Cathedral, which is the oldest stone church in New Zealand. Puke Ariki is the world's first
purpose-built and fully integrated museum, library and information centre.