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The City
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Begun as a gold mining camp in the 1860s, Queenstown's heart today is a compact district with a friendly yet grown-up air. Narrow streets brim with lively bars and restaurants, cosy backpacker hostels, stylish hotels and local boutiques.
Given the town's unique layout, the choice is yours — wander in the city heart, feel your pulse race on a thrilling jet-boat ride, hike up a mountain, soak up a lake view, or take a breather from urban life and head to the countryside to taste the region's celebrated wines like the richly full-bodied Pinot Noir. At the city's fringe, hop on a cable car to the mountain peak for a sweeping panorama, or settle in for a hearty traditional dinner.
Tracing the southern side of the lake, your gaze will catch the Remarkables — so named for the "remarkable" light effects that dance on their slopes. During the summer, their hues shift from mauve to deep red at sunset, while in winter, their snow-clad peaks present a sight that's nothing short of breathtaking.
Given the town's unique layout, the choice is yours — wander in the city heart, feel your pulse race on a thrilling jet-boat ride, hike up a mountain, soak up a lake view, or take a breather from urban life and head to the countryside to taste the region's celebrated wines like the richly full-bodied Pinot Noir. At the city's fringe, hop on a cable car to the mountain peak for a sweeping panorama, or settle in for a hearty traditional dinner.
Tracing the southern side of the lake, your gaze will catch the Remarkables — so named for the "remarkable" light effects that dance on their slopes. During the summer, their hues shift from mauve to deep red at sunset, while in winter, their snow-clad peaks present a sight that's nothing short of breathtaking.