What is the name of Auckland's tallest landmark tower?
AnswerSky Tower
The Sky Tower dominates Auckland's skyline.
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Auckland facts & stats
7 fact-checked facts about Auckland's geography, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
What is Auckland's popular nickname?
AnswerCity of Sails
Auckland's many yachts earned it the name City of Sails.
Going deeper
Rangitoto Island, visible from Auckland, is what kind of landform?
AnswerA volcano
Rangitoto is the youngest volcano in the Auckland volcanic field.
Auckland was New Zealand's capital until 1865, when which city replaced it?
AnswerWellington
The capital moved to Wellington in 1865.
Which famous sailing trophy has Auckland hosted several times?
AnswerAmerica's Cup
Auckland hosted the America's Cup in 2000, 2003 and 2021.
Expert level
George Eden, Earl of Auckland, after whom the city is named, held which post?
AnswerGovernor-General of India
Lord Auckland was Governor-General of India in the 1830s and 1840s.
About how tall is Auckland's Sky Tower?
Answer328 m
The Sky Tower stands 328 metres tall.
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