Auckland (called Tamaki Makaurau in Maori) is located in New Zealand’s North Island, lying between the Pacific Ocean’s Hauraki Gulf to the east, the Manukau Harbour to the south-west, the Hunua Ranges to the south-east, and the Waitakere Ranges to the north-west. It is the country’s biggest and most populous urban region. The city straddles the Auckland Volcanic Fields, which contain about fifty volcanoes all of which are now considered extinct. The city has quite a number of interesting tourist spots and the local calendar is usually packed with fun events, making Auckland an exciting holiday spot.
Cornwall Park is a landscaped park centred on One Tree Hill, a volcanic cone; Sir John Logan Campbell, the park’s donor, is buried at the peak of One Tree Hill alongside an obelisk. The site is designed for recreation and people often gather here to play sports or simply relax. Events including free concerts (held at the Band Rotunda) and guided walks are held throughout the year. It is a popular picnic spot and several areas are equipped with gas and wood barbeques. The barbeque pits are free to use and are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. The area is frequented by walkers and joggers who enjoy the pleasant landscape. Although dogs are allowed they must be kept on leashes as there are many farm animals in the area.
Opening hours are between 7 am and dusk. Signs posted at various gates within the park announce the current closing time. Entry into Cornwall Park is free. The park is accessible by Manukau Road, Greenlane Road and Campbell Road. There are roads within the park and there is ample parking space for those who come by car. The area adjacent to Cornwall Park is One Tree Hill Domain, another popular park.
To ensure ease of travel in and around the area, tourists should consider getting an Auckland city hotel, such as Copthorne Hotel Auckland City, which enjoys a central location. Tourists can also take advantage of the Auckland hotel specials it offers to get more out of their vacation, be it business or pleasure.
