Taupo...a town that is more than meets the eye

When you first arrive in Taupo, all you hear is the great skydiving and adventure packed activites in this area. But once you stay a couple days you realize there is much more that makes this town great! Taupo has quite an interesting history. In 181 AD the volcanic crater erupted causing such a great outburst that it was recorded in both ancient Rome and China histories. After the massive explosion, the resulting hole filled with water and created Lake Taupo (the largest lake in NZ), which is the same size as Signapore
This little town was our home for three nights, due to the fact that the Tangariro Crossing did not happen the day after we arrived due to terrible weather. Tiny shops are unique and surronded by dozens of enticing cafe's that have picture worthy views of the lake. We just couldn't bring ourselves to pay the massive price for a decent meal...which meant we could weasel them out of giving us samples of everything they could; gelato, turkish delight (which all of you at home who love Big Turk aka my dad, it is not the same at all and to be honest quite blah) and anything else they would give us! My favorite part of thie town was the dress shop by a Kiwi designer Annah Stretton. Stepping into the store immediately transmits you back to being an 8 year old in your mother's closet and we all felt like little girls with the delicate and beautiful dresses. I couldn't resist buying one...what can you do if a dress just feels like it was made for you....the only option is to pull out that credit card and say "I'll take it!"
Love you all at home! B