First N.Z. city
Nelson is a city of attractive parks, gardens, numerous art galleries and spectacular views across Tasman Bay to the mountains. In 1858, Nelson became the first New. Zealand town to gain “city” status even though the population was less than 3000.
Nelson city was established as a result of Queen Victoria creating the Diocese of Nelson. Early bishops, Hobhouse, Suter, Mules and Sadlier are remembered by
street names and other city features. Nelson is, perhaps, best known as the arts and crafts centre of New Zealand. In fact, an entire Nelson holiday could be spent visiting the various museums, galleries and potteries as well as the many working silversmiths, spinners, weavers and other craftspeople. The recently established historic Founders Park is also well worth a visit.
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Press, 16 December 1988, Page 32
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129First N.Z. city Press, 16 December 1988, Page 32
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