Monuments & Statues in Christchurch
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- Lenny HAuckland, New Zealand1,031 contributionsOne of the many different bridges across the Avon. This was has historical significance. If you’re lucky you get to see itbeithoutbtraffic on it.Written 31 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert DBrooklyn, New York5,379 contributionsAlongside the Avon River is the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, opened in 2017. It is a peaceful place to contemplate the losses from the earthquakes in 2010 and 2011.
Prior to the construction of the national memorial, there was a poignant temporary earthquake memorial consisting of 185 white chairs, one for each person killed in the quakes. The chairs were all different, just like the casualties. Unfortunately, the White Chairs Memorial was dismantled a few years ago.Written 7 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Brissy2Hervey Bay, Australia8,167 contributionsLocated next to the Christchurch Cathedral, the Chalice Sculpture is a very tall (18m) and impressive piece of artwork. It would be striking at night with the floodlight that sits in the base of the cone.Written 6 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- danielkayeleneThe Summit, Australia759 contributionsWonderfully designed statues at one of the HopOn HopOff Tram stops. They are life size, subsequently low to the ground and easy to miss.Written 12 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia25,769 contributionsQuite and impressive Maori monument, having pride and place in Victoria square, defifinetly worth a visit in not for historic significance alone.Written 11 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lenny HAuckland, New Zealand1,031 contributionsA significantly historical figure in New Zealand, so it’s worthy of a visit. Close to the river, so as you walk along it, take a few steps’ detour.Written 25 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ginges_revengeBrisbane, Australia5,860 contributionsThe ducks love this, hence the copious amounts of duck poo on it. Its an amazing sculpture which is pretty cool to look at. It does need a good clean though. Stop and have a look at it if you are walking past.Written 27 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ginges_revengeBrisbane, Australia5,860 contributionsMade from medals and coins, it is a symbol of peace located in Christchurch. It is one a group of peace bells located across the world.
This one is located in a lovely setting in the center of the Christchurch botanical gardens. It is a very solid piece of metal and you can touch it and ring it.
Its a very tactile, sensory exhibit which is actually very calming. Maybe something to do with the setting as well.
Well worth a visit if you are in the gardens.Written 17 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jaroslav NečasBrno, Czech Republic1,618 contributionsStatue itself is not extraordinary. Later I got the knowledge about the person. R.F. Scott was a polar scout who led 2 expeditions to Antarctic.Written 26 November 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lenny HAuckland, New Zealand1,031 contributionsDefinitely worth keeping an eye out for. Very fitting that this is one of the statues not damaged during the earthquakes.Written 25 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brissy2Hervey Bay, Australia8,167 contributionsJohn Godley was known as the Founder of Canterbury and this centrally located statue was apparently the first statue portraying a person in New Zealand!Written 6 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ginges_revengeBrisbane, Australia5,860 contributionsWe found old Moorhouse when walking through the botanical gardens. It is a very laid back William sitting down with his legs crossed. Have a look / take a photo when going past and then head into the gardens for a look.Written 28 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia25,769 contributionsCruising around the squares and parks you will come along, many a statue/sculpture/monument etc, they all have a story to tell. This gentleman was an influential politician during the 1800’s, his claim to fame was being the first Superintendent of the Canterbury region. Most of the statues etc are probably not a stand alone attraction, however, combined they make and interesting walk.Written 14 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China181,206 contributionsSTAY is a two part art installation in the town centre, the works of British artist Anthony Gormley. This is the first (2015) in the waters of the Avon River near the Worcester street bridge. The second (2016) was placed at the Northern Quadrangle of the Arts Centre.
Here you find an iron figure of a man, made up of cell like modules and devoid of facial and other more detailed bodily characteristics. The STAY figure is looking downward at the water and appears to be reflecting upon his place and purpose at a particular moment in time.
It is a thought provoking sculpture, attractively placed in the currents of the Avon River. It is one of a handful of statues and monuments in the area and well worth having look when passing through this area of the town centre.Written 11 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia25,769 contributionsDuring our travels, we have developed a strange habit, (as we love walking), we lenjoy seeking out monuments/statues/street art etc, as they tell so much of a area and its people. This statue has an interesting story with a sad ending, Henry Nicholas was awarded the VC in 1917 for bravery whilst serving in Belgium, however died in action on 23rd October 1918 aged 26.Written 14 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.