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Hokitika, accessible via cheap flights to HKK airport (Hokitika Airport), is the rugged "Jade and Gold Town" on New Zealand's West Coast, South Island, uniquely defined by its profound historical significance as a gold rush town and a center for Pounamu (greenstone/jade) carving, its unique stunning wild coastline, Hokitika Gorge (turquoise waters), and dramatic glacier-fed rivers, and its stunning vibrant local arts and crafts scene, annual Wildfoods Festival, and authentic pioneering spirit, offering a compelling blend of unparalleled historical intrigue, unique natural wonders, and dynamic cultural creativity, making it an essential and profoundly unique travel destination. Hokitika's most unique feature is its deep connection to Pounamu (New Zealand greenstone or jade). It is one of the best places in New Zealand to witness and engage with the art of traditional Māori Pounamu carving, with numerous workshops where visitors can carve their own piece, an undisputed unique cultural and artistic experience.

The town was a bustling hub during the West Coast gold rush of the 1860s, and its pioneering history is evident in its charming architecture and historical sites. The nearby Hokitika Gorge is a truly unique natural attraction, famed for its surreal turquoise-blue waters, which glow vividly due to glacial flour. The annual Hokitika Wildfoods Festival, celebrating unique and unusual local delicacies (from whitebait to huhu grubs), is a quirky and unique cultural event. The National Kiwi Centre offers a unique chance to see kiwis and tuataras. Savor fresh whitebait patties (seasonal delicacy) and local produce, and immerse yourself in the rugged, yet historically rich and naturally stunning, atmosphere. Hokitika's unparalleled Pounamu heritage, its unique turquoise gorge, and its blend of extraordinary historical intrigue with profound natural beauty make it an essential and truly distinct destination for anyone seeking cultural crafts, natural wonders, and an authentic connection to the captivating and unique spirit of New Zealand's wild West Coast.

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