Gisborne on list of ‘captivating small towns' on WorldAtlas.com
Worldatlas.com has Gisborne on a list titled '6 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns in New Zealand'.
The others are Kaikōura, Wānaka, Blenheim, Oamaru and Whanganui.
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Gisborne on list of ‘captivating small towns' on WorldAtlas.com
A Canada-based website ranks Gisborne among New Zealand's most captivating small towns - recognition the city's mayor and other locals believe is fully justified. has Gisborne on a list titled '6 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns in New Zealand'. The others are Kaikōura, Wānaka, Blenheim, Oamaru and Whanganui.
