Christchurch: Memorial
Places and attractions in the Memorial category
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- Monuments and statues
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Victoria Square
Victoria Square, nestled in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, is a serene and poignant memorial space that honors the city's rich history and serves as a focal point for reflection and community gatherings. This public square, characterized by its lush greenery...
Margaret Mahy Playground
Nestled in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Margaret Mahy Playground stands as a vibrant tribute to one of the country's most beloved children's authors. This state-of-the-art outdoor play area, named after the famed writer Margaret Mahy, is not only the...
Bridge of Remembrance
The Bridge of Remembrance stands as a poignant monument in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. This historic structure, dedicated to the memory of those who served and sacrificed during the World Wars, is an emblem of national pride and remembrance.
Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial
The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial is the Crown's official memorial for those killed or seriously injured in the 22 February 2011 Christchurch earthquake. It is located on both sides of the Avon River downstream from the Montreal Street bridge. The memorial opened on 22 February 2017, the sixth anniversary of the earthquake.
Citizens' War Memorial
The Citizens' War Memorial in Cathedral Square, Christchurch, is one of the two major memorials in the city to World War I. It is located immediately north of ChristChurch Cathedral.
Nurses' Memorial Chapel
The Nurses' Memorial Chapel at Christchurch Hospital, New Zealand, is registered as a Category I heritage building. The chapel is significant as New Zealand's first hospital chapel, and as the country's only World War I memorial solely dedicated to women, and is worldwide the only chapel dedicated to nurses.
185 Empty Chairs
185 empty chairs, also known as 185 white chairs or 185 empty white chairs or simply as 185 chairs, is an unofficial memorial for the 185 individuals who died in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.
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