With a population of 122,000, Dunedin is the second-largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the principal city of the region of Otago.

There are numerous opportunities to visit galleries, studios, workshops and theatres to experience Dunedin's unique culture. The city also boasts a lively theatre scene, from the Fortune Theatre, the world's southernmost professional theatre, to the Globe Theatre and Allen Hall. The Regent Theatre often stages international musicals and ballet while the Dunedin Town Hall's fabulous acoustics make symphony concerts a real treat.

It is a small city, so it is easy to travel around. There are some beautiful beaches very close to town.

Dunedin is New Zealand's centre of learning, arts and culture. It has a thriving arts community, from fine arts to performing arts to internationally recognised fashion design and contemporary jewellery design.

The snow fields are 2½ hours drive away.

Dunedin is a very accessible city, but it's also very hilly. Convenient and affordable public bus services operate from the city to all suburbs and outlaying centres. Coach services run daily to other areas in Otago, as well as to Canterbury and Southland.

Otago Peninsula, is renowned for the world's only mainland albatross breeding colony at Taiaroa Head and various other ocean bird, seal and penguin species, including one of the world's rarest, the yellow eyed penguin.

Dunedin time is GMT +12 Hours. From October to March one hour of daylight saving time applies.

There are five language schools.

Dunedin is New Zealand's oldest city. The city is located on the south east coast of the South Island.

George Street is the main shopping area in the city centre. The streets are dotted with fashion boutiques, art galleries, antique auction houses and second-hand stores.

The University of Otago in Dunedin is New Zealand's oldest university with over 20.000 students. Education has always enjoyed a high profile in Dunedin. The city is built around its tertiary institutions like no other in New Zealand. Dunedin has a deserved reputation for being the country's premier centre of learning and is home to a student population of over 25,000 who give the city a special character and dynamic, vibrant and lively atmosphere.

Because of Dunedin's location, close to the sea but with a rich agricultural hinterland, there is an abundance of fresh and high quality produce, be it venison, lamb or seafood. Because of this many restaurants have won national recognition for the standard of their food.

Dunedin is a sporting paradise. Sea kayaking, jet boating, jet skiing and white-water rafting on the Taieri River are some of the water-activities available. The waves provide ideal conditions for surfing. On windy days, the harbour is colourful with yachts and windsurfers.

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