Mount Cook
Mount Cook, also known as Aoraki, is the highest mountain in New Zealand, standing at 3,724 meters tall. Located in the Southern Alps on the South Island, Mount Cook is a popular destination for climbers and hikers seeking to challenge themselves in a stunning alpine environment.
The mountain is part of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse flora and fauna. Visitors to the park can explore a network of hiking trails, take scenic flights over the mountains, or try their hand at skiing or mountaineering.
Mount Cook has a special significance to the Maori people, who consider it a sacred site and a symbol of their cultural identity. The mountain is named after Aoraki, a mythical figure in Maori legend who is said to have been turned to stone by the gods.