The Turakina valley road in the North Island of New Zealand takes you along rural farms, tranquil lakes, lonely roads, hidden waterfalls, derelict buildings, and snow-capped mountains.
No, this isn’t One Tree Hill but it is the only tree on this hill.There are more sheep than people in New Zealand, with the ratio at about six per person in 20015. Baaa!!!
A narcissistic tree looks at its reflection in water.tranquil lakes
lonely roads
hidden waterfallsI love how the bent branches of this tree give this photo an eerie look.
Derelict buildings and trucks can be photogenic.Mount Ruapehu is the largest active volcano in New Zealand and is the highest point in the North Island. Here it is with clouds obscuring the top.
We’re in the southern hemisphere, so snow and Christmas trees in June aren’t unusual.
retratonz 
Gorgeous images! I love them 🙂
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Thanks, Natalie. I’ve added some text.
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