Napier, in the Hawks Bay area of the North Island, is nicknamed Art Deco city because, after its almost total destruction in an earthquake in 1931, it was completely rebuilt in Art Deco architecture, which was the dominant style at the time.
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Napier experienced a devastating earthquake in 1931 that registered a magnitude of 7.8 on the Richter scale. The earthquake caused widespread destruction in Napier and nearby Hastings, resulting in the loss of lives and extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure. The city was subsequently rebuilt in the architectural style of the time, known as Art Deco.
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Napier was the city that was hit by a devastating earthquake in 1931 in New Zealand. The earthquake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, caused widespread damage and resulted in the reconstruction of the city in the Art Deco style.
Napier is probably well known for it's beautiful Art Deco scenery when it was built after the 1931 quake. It's a wonderful tourist attraction.
Art Deco is a style of art that was popular in the 1930 s and 1940s. It begins with the letter a.
The 7.8 magnitude earthquake of 1931 centred near Napier, New Zealand, was devastating. This meant there was a significant amount of new construction in the years following the quake. This was the period of Art Deco design in New Zealand, so a significant number of buildings of this style were built in a small area.