Wellington

Wellington is the capital city and second-most populous urban area of New Zealand, located at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. Named after the Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo, the city is known for its strong arts and culture scene, as well as its vibrant café and restaurant culture. In Māori, the language of the indigenous Māori people, the city is known as Te Whanganui-a-Tara, which translates to "The Great Harbour of Tara." In Spanish, the city is referred to as Wellington, while in French, it is called Wellington or Wellington. The city is also known for its distinctive coastal geography, strong winds, and compact size, with a population of approximately 215,000 people. Wellington is the political and administrative heart of New Zealand, housing the country's Parliament Buildings, the Supreme Court, and numerous government departments and agencies.