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Canterbury (Māori: Waitaha) is a region of New Zealand, located in the central-eastern South Island. The region covers an area of 44,503.88 square kilometres (17,183.04 sq mi), making it the largest region in the country by area.
Canterbury is a region on the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand. The Canterbury Plains stretch from the Conway River in the north, just south of Kaikoura, to the great Waitaki River in the south, just north of Oamaru.
Top 10 things to do in Christchurch and Canterbury. From sweeping plains to soaring mountains, coastline to glacial lakes, the Christchurch and Canterbury region has it all. Head north to see marine life in Kāikoura, west to the mountainous Arthur's Pass, or across the plains to the starlit Mackenzie Basin.
The Canterbury region, which includes the city of Ōtautahi Christchurch, covers a large swath of the central South Island, from the Pacific Coast to the Southern Alps. Here, you’ll find the country’s largest expanse of plains and some of its most rugged mountains, along with spectacular volcanic, geothermal, coastal, and agricultural regions.
Canterbury covers a large part of the central-eastern South Island, extending from the Pacific coastline in the east to the Southern Alps in the west. Scenic highlights include the Southern Alps, Canterbury plains, and Pacific coastline – along with plenty of gentle rolling hillside in between.
Canterbury is New Zealand's largest region, and is a region of contrast with both New Zealand's largest plains and the country's tallest mountains. Canterbury is the most populated region in the South Island and offers a full range of accommodation and outdoor adventure options.
The region offers a wide range of activities, attractions, and experiences for visitors to explore and enjoy. From spectacular glaciers and rugged mountain ranges to picturesque vineyards and historic towns, Canterbury offers something for everyone.
Canterbury is the largest region in the South Island of New Zealand, and is known for its diverse and beautiful landscape. From the rugged coastline of Kaikoura, the vibrant city of Christchurch, to the snowy peaks and dramatic landscape of the Mackenzie Country and the Southern Alps, there is plenty to discover!
The University of Canterbury is located in Christchurch, New Zealand. We offer a range of qualifications for undergraduate and postgraduate study, including online courses and microcredentials.
Big skies, braided rivers, vast plains and snow-capped mountains: Canterbury has beauty and drama in all directions. At its heart lies Christchurch, with a settled charm and lively cultural scene that was disrupted in 2010 and 2011, when the region experienced a swarm of earthquakes that redefined its physical and cultural landscape.
