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Hobbiton tour recommendations from Auckland ?

Hi,

I’m visiting my brother in Auckland in September and I’ve always dreamed of going to Hobbiton (yes LOTR fan). Unfortunately, he’s not really into it, so I’m thinking of going solo.

I’ve seen a few older posts about it, but I’d love some recent advice from people who’ve done it. Has anyone recently taken a tour that departs directly from Auckland? It seems like the easiest option. Otherwise, I’ve also seen that you can take a bus/train to Matamata and then join a tour from there, but honestly I feel like that might be overcomplicating things.

If anyone has recent experience, can recommend a reliable company, or even wants to join me for the trip, feel free to reach out haha.

Thanks a lot!

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u/Odd-Equivalent-3959 — 3 days ago
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The Institute of Art and Archaeology, a building with multiple architectural influences

Located in Paris’ 6th arrondissement, the building designed by architect Paul Bigot between 1925 and 1928 has been listed as a historic monument since 1996. At the time of its construction, the building stood against the two dominant styles of the era, modern architecture and Art Deco. It features references to Sienese and Venetian architecture, but also Moorish and Sub-Saharan influences, especially in the small structures pointing toward the sky along the cornice.

You can also notice an archaeological bas-relief frieze running across all four façades. This frieze is made up of terracotta casts of Greek, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance sculptures. Really stunning!

u/Odd-Equivalent-3959 — 6 days ago