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All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

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Nov 20, 2019

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  • Lake Pukaki: Blue Milk Lake Under Snow Mountain
  • Lake Hawea, Which is as Beautiful As Lake Wanaka
  • Lake Tekapo: The Milk Blue Lakes Embellished by Ice Flower
  • Lake Matheson: Look the Reflection of Snow Mountain in "Mirror Lake"
  • Lake Wanaka: Sapphire Inlaid on the Earth
  • Lake Wakatipu: Tides Every 5 Minutes
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You can't miss the lakes when you come to New Zealand. The lakes of New Zealand are not only numerous but also extremely distinctive. Milky blue glacial lake and Mirror Lake, as calm as water reflect the distant snow mountains, all of these are like a dream.

The cream blue Lake Pukaki is known as the lake which has the most beautiful color in New Zealand. It is said that this color is formed by melting ice particles and minerals floating in the lake, known for its reputation as a "Blue Milk Lake" that is beautiful against the backdrop of the distant Alps. It's undeveloped and has almost no commercial facilities, so it's extremely pure and natural. In addition, this is also the location of the movie The Hobbit II Part of the way to Mount Cook is along Lake Pukkaki, with beautiful scenery and several parking spots along the way. People can enjoy the scenery and take photos for commemoration.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

Don’t miss the Lake Hawea and the experience of driving around it. The beauty degree of Lake Hawea which is more competitive than Lake Wanaka. It will pass through Lake Hawea from No.6 Highway, which is the south of the West Coast. There are scenic spots on the highway, be sure to stop and enjoy it. The small town of Hawea is 15 kilometers away from the north of Wanaka, with the spectacular landscape of lake and mountain. Looking across the West Coast from Lake Hawea, you can see the towering Corner Peak and the farther Barrier Range. A narrow isthmus called Neck separates Lake Hawea from Lake Wanaka.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

Lake Tekapo is one of most famous lakes in New Zealand. The color of the lake is especially dazzling, because it has rich rock particles and minerals. In the refraction of sunlight, it looks like the blue water is poured into milky white milk, shining the color of cream blue. If you visit New Zealand South Island between mid-November and mid-December, you must not miss Tekapo. Driving on the way which is a few kilometers away from the lake, you can see the dense Ice Flower. Many purple and pink Ice Flowers beside the Lake Tekapo are opened very beautiful, which is also the most beautiful scenery in Tekapo.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

Lake Matheson is the famous" Mirror Lake in New Zealand and it is only six kilometers away from Fox Glacier. On sunny and cloudless days, the lake reflects the highest peak of New Zealand, Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. Don’t miss the sunrise of Lake Matheson. The morning fog and the morning sun reflect the top of the Mount Cook. If you want to take the photos of the mountain is shined by sun and surrounded by morning fog, you must pass through the quiet primeval forest at 5:00 in the morning and you will thank the gift of nature when the sun rises! The trek avenue around the lake is tall primeval forest. It keeps the pristine state, and there was no administrator, except for a few tips and well-repaired wooden gazebos, small bridges and wood-paved pavements.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

Lake Wanaka is located in Otago District of New Zealand's South Island and is the fourth largest lake in New Zealand. The lake is blue and clear. Seen from a height, it looks like a glittering sapphire inlaid on the earth. This water area is a paradise for speedboats, kayakers and sailors. Wanaka, a small town with the same name located by the lake, is less than 100 kilometers away from Queenstown and is regarded as the first choice for tourism and vacation outside Queenstown. Here you can experience a variety of outdoor activities such as skydiving, flying, hiking, riding, skiing, etc. You can also enjoy the scenery of the lake quietly in the cafe by the lake.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

Lake Wakatipu is the longest lake in New Zealand, with a total length of 80 kilometers and a narrow S-shape. Its widest point is not more than 5 kilometers, thus forming the unique "tide". The lake water "floods and ebbs" every 5 minutes also, with a drop of over 7 centimeters on average. Queenstown is located on the Lake Wakatipu. You can take a steam boat or jet boat here to visit it. You can also stroll along the lake in Queenstown on a sunny day. The clear lake water will show a peculiar blue-green color under the sunshine! The most beautiful scenery is actually on the way from Queenstown to Glenorchy. On the way to the north along Lake Wakatipu, it’s just like a fairyland. There are several viewing platforms on the road, which you don’t want to miss.

All Kinds of Blue, Such as Milky Blue, Azure Blue, Lazuli Blue, Etc., They Interpret the Lakes of New Zealand Incisively and Vividly.

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