Napier

Art Deco City: Exploring Napier’s Architecture

by
Stunning example of Art Deco architecture in the historic city of Napier, New Zealand

In the streets of New Zealand”>Napier, I could almost hear the Charleston and jazz music. This coastal treasure on New Zealand’s North Island has a Roaring Twenties skyline—for an architecture geek like me, it was just like discovering El Dorado. The legacy of the city’s rebirth following the 1931 earthquake in Art Deco facades tells … Read more

What to Do and What to See in Napier, New Zealand

by
Explore the top attractions and activities in Napier, New Zealand - a must-visit destination for sightseeing and adventure

I knew this New Zealand jewel would have a story to tell from the moment I walked into Napier’s jaw-dropping architecture. This coastal haven on Hawke’s Bay sunny shores tells tales of overcoming and rebirth from the rubble of the 1931 earthquake, which tore its foundations. I felt like I was transported to an era … Read more