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In older times, a city required a certain population (20 000?) OR the possession of a Cathedral. The Christchurch Cathedral was started (I think) in 1879.
[Earthquake damaged in in construction 1879, and again in 1881, 1888, 1901, and the recent series.]
Nelson City was another that gained city status because of it having a Cathedral, even though it had a low population.
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Is Christchurch the biggest city in the South Island?
Yes. Christchurch is the biggest city on the South Island of New Zealand.
What is the distance from Christchurch airport to Christchurch City?
8km approximately
Which city is called the Garden City of New Zealand?
due to the fact that Christchurch holds a world famous garden show and is very well known for their gardens
What is the second largest city in New Zealand?
The second largest city in New Zealand is generally regarded as Christchurch, by population, and Auckland in terms of land area. However, see the Sources and Related Links section, below, for what the New Zealand government website has to say!
Through which New Zealand city does River Avon flow?
Christchurch
Is christchurch a town or a city?
Christchurch is a city.
Is Christchurch a city?
yes Christchurch in New Zealand is a city
What is the population of Christchurch Central City?
Christchurch Central City's population is 7,653.
When was Christchurch Central City created?
Christchurch Central City was created in 1850.
When was Christchurch City Libraries created?
Christchurch City Libraries was created in 1859.
Is Christchurch the biggest city in the South Island?
Yes. Christchurch is the biggest city on the South Island of New Zealand.
Ditance from Christchurch airport to christchurch city?
The distance between Christchurch international airport and Cathedral Square is 10.5 km (19mins with traffic) Christchurch airport is within Christchurch city limits
How close was the christchurch to the city center?
Christchurch is the name of the city. Any city is big and the centre of a city is in within the city so you can't say how close was Christchurch to the centre of the city - it doesn't make sense.
Where would you find christchurch?
Christchurch is a city in New Zealand.
When was Coat of arms of the City of Christchurch created?
Coat of arms of the City of Christchurch was created in 1949.
What is the distance from Christchurch airport to Christchurch City?
8km approximately
What is the closest New Zealand city to the chatham islands?
The closest major city to the Chatams is Christchurch.
