Region best known for
- Waikato River
- Waitomo Caves
- Maori Heritage
- Agriculture
- Natural History
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Waikato
Hamilton is the Waikato’s main city which is situated on the Waikato River, which drains Lake Taupo. A rich rural landscape, the Waikato arae is also steeped in Maori culture and history. It’s home to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, has native forests and wildlife, stunning surfing beaches and has a rich sporting culture.