Mount Maunganui

New Zealand
Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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A photogenic seaside suburb of Tauranga on New Zealand's North Island, Mount Maunganui takes its name from the large lava dome — known in Māori as Mauao, meaning "large mountain" — that rises from the peninsula and offers scenic views over the surrounding coast. The area has a strong café and restaurant scene for its size, and the waterfront is within easy walking distance of the town centre.

  • Population7,250
  • Nearest water from center1.5 km
  • Nearest mountain from center1.8 km

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