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Sarah Geiger
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"Oamaru is a super beautiful small town with an old part that makes you feel like being in a different country. This victorian part of the town boasts beautiful sandstone buildings at Harbour Street and is also lined with cute shops and galleries, perfect for some shopping.
Oamaru is also called the Steampunk capital and has the Steampunk HQ museum with some amazing art pieces.
The town is also known for the blue penguin colony and there are different tours available to see them. "
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MB
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"One of the most unique spots in New Zealand, check out the incredible Victorian architecture that would be more at home in England! And of course, go for an evening stroll to watch the little blue penguins come home for the night. "
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