New Zealand Day 19 Auckland the City of Sails

Auckland's main draw is its Viaduct Harbor, with the millions of sailboats - many of which are huge and some of which actually participated in the America's Cup.  The rest of the city is pretty normal, with the usual gardens, museums, beaches and neighborhoods.  I never made it up the Sky Tower, but suppose that the view is pretty nice from there.  New Zealanders are friendly and helpful, as are the Aussies, and many of them ask if I'm Canadian - which I've just learned is intentional because if they ask a Canadian if he/she is American, it is considered an insult!  That was good to know, because I really didn't think that I was beginning to say "aboot" rather than "about" or anything else that would identify me as a Canadian.

This is a  photo of the church where Sir Edmund Hillary's funeral was held.  Since he was so famous, it seemed appropriate to take that shot. 
It is a lovely city and a pity that I was only able to see it for one day.  Now off to Paihia for the sailing adventure!