As we got closer to Lake Tekapo, we began to see the towering mountains of the Southern Alps getting larger and then you crest the final hill and get your first glimpse of the lake. The water is an incredible shade of turquoise set against the backdrop of snow capped mountains. It’s quite the contrast from the rolling farmland you’ve just driven through. And then you see it, the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd standing proudly at the edge of the lake. It was the perfect end to taking the scenic route. It takes a little longer than traveling the main highways but it’s a much more rewarding experience.
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