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Golden Bay coastline

Kayaking is an ideal way to explore the drowned valleys and varied coastline of Abel Tasman National Park, as shown in this silent video clip. Golden Bay, which forms the western edge of the park, is named not for its golden beaches, but because gold was found inland.

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Eileen McSaveney. 'Landscapes – overview', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 25-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/landscapes-overview/6/4