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Go shopping in Turangi,
you might be surprised at what you'll find. If you like shopping,
you'll love what this country has to offer. We've got every type of
shopping covered, so no matter what you're after, you'll find it here.
Suburban shopping malls offer fun shopping experiences, with specialty
shops, including homeware, music, arts and crafts, and upmarket chain and
department stores carrying quality brands. Most of our city centres are
lined with shops, great for wandering up and down while exploring our
cities. At the other end of the scale, second-hand shops and markets
often contain great surprises and that something that's just a little
bit different, for a great price.
If it's Kiwi souvenirs you're
after, you won't have to go far - souvenir shops can usually be found at
major tourist attractions, in most towns, and at many places throughout
cities.
Turangi: Once a small fishing town, Turangi serves the local forestry, farming and visitor industries. The visitor centre has an audiovisual display of the hydroelectric power scheme. The Tongariro River is one of the most famous trout fishing rivers in the world. The Department of Conservation runs the Tongariro National Trout Centre 5km to the south of Turangi, with a viewing chamber and picnic and barbecue areas. It is possible to take a 2-hour scenic cruise to experience the stunning scenery and birdlife southern Lake Taupo has to offer. Nearby Kaimanawa Forest Park offers hunting, and tramping, and Lake Rotopounamu (Greenstone Lake) is known for its bush, beach and birds.
