The train station is typical of the architecture found in the town although it's more colorful than most of the buildings. In the late 1800's Dunedin was the major city of the South Island due to the gold found here and grass for sheep farms. It was replaced by Christchurch in the early 1900's as the major city but has remained a vibrant community.
We stopped at the Presbyterian church on the hill and took a look around. It isn't like any Presbyterian church that I've ever seen in the US.
Pastor Kirk eat your heart out!
We spent a couple of hours at the Dunedin Botanical Gardens near downtown. The Rhododendrons and Azaleas were in bloom and just beautiful. It's a large garden with several Kilometers of paved and gravel walking paths.
The final picture is of our B&B here in Dunedin. The Deacons Court is a 100 year old Victorian style house turned B&B. Our room is on the first floor to the right of the door (no climbing stairs.... yea!).
The Flat kids are enjoying the town and love the room. Our hosts Ashley and Chris are just great helping with sightseeing and dinner plans as well as directions and helpful hints.
Tonight it's off to the Speights Ale house for dinner and then tomorrow a 200Km drive to Invercargill.
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