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Christchurch Neighbourhoods, Locations and Christchurch Districts
(Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ)



Christchurch is one of the most important cities on the South Island of New Zealand and Christchurch is part of the Canterbury area. The city of Christchurch is divided up into various neighbourhoods, locations, districts and defined regions, such as Christchurch city centre and the main Christchurch Central Business District (CBD). At the heart of Christchurch lies the Cathedral Square and much of Christchurch is divided up into areas in relation to this important landmark, such as North of Cathedral Square, South of Cathedral Square, East of Cathedral Square, and West of Cathedral Square.

On the east coast of Christchurch lies the city's impressive Estuary of Heathcote and Avon Rivers, and the magnificent coastline of New Brighton and the Southshore, with many popular beaches around Christchurch's Sumner district and Pegasus Bay.




Each of the distinct regions and locations in Christchurch have something special to offer visitors, including outstanding tourist attractions, mountains and areas of extreme natural beauty. The main neighbourhoods, districts and locations in Christchurch include the following areas of Christchurch.

Christchurch Locations: Christchurch City Centre - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Cathedral Square, in central Christchurch, is dominated by the spectacular Christ Church Cathedral, and is surrounded by the 'Four Avenues' of Bealey, Fitzgerald, Moorhouse and Rolleston, which form the backbone of Christchurch and the Central business District (CBD).

With a mixture of Victorian buildings, Gothic-style architecture and striking contemporary structures, central Christchurch is the hub of the city, where you will find many of Canterbury's best tourist attractions and historic landmarks, combined with an excellent selection of hotels, shopping centres, restaurants and lively street cafés, particularly along Oxford Terrace. With the scenic Avon River running through the heart of Christchurch city centre, there are also many peaceful picnic spots, gardens and parks nearby.

Christchurch Locations: North of Cathedral Square - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
A large network of shopping streets and shopping districts spread outwards to the north from Christchurch Cathedral Square. Of particular interest is New Regent Street, which dates back to the 1930s and features some of most stylish cafés and shops in Christchurch. Nearby, Victoria Square is edged by the Avon River and the striking Christchurch Town Hall. Also, the modern Christchurch Convention Centre, which regularly hosts many of the city's premier events and festivals, is close to Victoria Square.

Christchurch Locations: South of Cathedral Square - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
To the south of Cathedral Square you will find many excellent sports facilities, including the popular Addington Raceway horse racing track in the Addington district of Christchurch.

Other areas further south of Cathedral Square include the Cashmere district, Spreydon, Huntsbury, the Mount Vernon Park, Diamond Harbour and the Lyttelton area.

Christchurch Locations: East of Cathedral Square - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
One of the main attractions east of Cathedral Square is without doubt the striking Jade Stadium, Christchurch's top sporting venue with a capacity of around 30,000 people. Home to many major rugby games, cricket matches and large Christchurch events, Jade Stadium is also often referred to as Lancaster Park by locals. Further east of Cathedral Square is the Bromley district, the Te Huingi Martu Wildlife Reserve and the spectacular New Brighton coastline.

Christchurch Locations: West of Cathedral Square - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Located to the west of Cathedral Square are a number of exciting things to see and do, including the popular Riccarton Shopping Mall, the Mona Vale Gardens, Deans Bush, and Christchurch's vast University of Canterbury complex. West of Cathedral Square also contains to the main train station in Christchurch, which stands on Clarence Street.

 
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