Wairarapa, Geographic region in southeastern North Island, New Zealand.
The Wairarapa region spans 830 square kilometers between the Tararua Range mountains and the Pacific Ocean, featuring lakes, rivers, and agricultural lands.
European settlers established farming operations in the 1840s, transforming the landscape through agricultural development and creating the foundation for modern farming practices.
The name originates from Māori language, referring to the reflection of light on Lake Wairarapa, which holds importance for local indigenous communities.
Visitors can access the region via State Highway 2 or regular train services from Wellington, with Masterton serving as the main commercial center.
In 2023, the International Dark-Sky Association certified 3,665 square kilometers of Wairarapa as New Zealand's second Dark Sky Reserve.
GPS coordinates: -40.94500,175.78500
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:49
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