Mount Cook—A Pure Land, Lost in God's "Backyard" 🌄✨

Mount Cook, also known as Aoraki, is the highest peak in Oceania. The Māori people call it "Aoraki," meaning "Cloud Piercer," and it’s also the name of an ancestor in Māori mythology. Mount Cook National Park is New Zealand’s largest alpine park, home to the country's highest mountains and largest glacier areas. 🏔️ The region around Mount Cook is known for two significant and famous tourist towns. One is Lake Tekapo, situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo, a perfect spot for stargazing and soaking in hot springs. 🌌💧 The other is Mount Cook Village, located at the foot of Mount Cook, ideal for glacier viewing and scenic flights. 🚁 Both towns are accessible by car, with a three-hour drive from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo and a four-hour drive to Mount Cook Village. To fully appreciate the grandeur of Mount Cook, take a scenic helicopter flight over New Zealand's highest peak. The flight offers breathtaking views of Tasman Valley, stunning blue ice lakes, and magnificent icefalls. ❄️🌊 After landing on the Tasman Glacier, you can walk on the snow, take in the scenery, and capture unforgettable photos. 📸 At night, head to an outdoor stargazing spot to marvel at the southern night sky of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. 🌠🔭 With your eyes, high-powered telescopes, and advanced astronomical equipment, you can observe the dazzling Milky Way and distant stars, immersing yourself in nature’s infinite beauty.