Friday, January 9, 2009

Napier The Art Deco Capital of the World with Bertie Wooster
 
In 1931 a devastating 7.5 earthquake wiped out the town of Napier – just north of Wellington.    It was rebuilt in glorious Art Deco style.   The whole town is like something on a film lot – all is preserved.  I took tons of photos.  
Napier is now capitalizing on its elegant unique look.  Tour guides are dressed in 1930's outfits.  Vintage cars tool the streets including an Austin 7 with a license plate which reads WHATHO driven by a later day Bertie Wooster.   Every February there is an Art Deco Festival


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