The sunset at Castlepoint in Wairarapa on the North Island of New Zealand is one of the prettiest sights overlooking the bay and lagoon that glisten from the remaining rays of the sun. The horizon is magnificent colors of pink, yellow and orange with a few wisps of clouds hovering over the hillside.The walk along the boardwalk to Castlepoint Lighthouse is the perfect location to watch a sunset where the rock formations along the coastline add to the beauty of the landscape. Castlepoint on the North Island of New Zealand is the only town that has enough people to call it a town between Cape Palliser and Cape Kidnappers. Many tourists visit Castlepoint to explore the naturalness where you will find golden sandy beaches, rare plants, an untamed surf, great fishing, seals and a variety of seabirds.You put all of this together with a sunset of magical colors and you will find yourself in a land of make believe. ... continue below the picture...
... A trip to Castlepoint is well worth the drive for anyone who has not had the chance to see this amazing countryside of New Zealand. A unique and tranquil place that will be well remembered on your vacation to New Zealand.Sunset at Castlepoint Lighthouse which overlooks the lagoon and bay, Castlepoint, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand.
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Technical Information:
I photographed this photo with the digital SLR camera model Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II, aperture of f/13.0, exposure time of 1/2 sec. on ISO 50, as always I used a original Canon Lens, the focus lenght for this picture was 24mm.