Old Map of New Zealand in 1851 by Tallis and Rapkin - Auckland, Tauranga, Christchurch, Wellington, New Plymouth japanese 1612): A picturesque coastal village

1612): A picturesque coastal village famed for its sandy beaches

Oxford Street is at the top of the map - but here it's called Tiburn Road

including a well-preserved castle and a medieval timber-framed market square

The base map itself is a modern map by Edward Stanford and shows lots of countries that had different colonial names back in 1916

the town is in between the Welsh Bridge to the West and the English Bridge to the East (known as the Stone Bridge)

Old Map of New Zealand in 1851 by Tallis and Rapkin - Auckland, Tauranga, Christchurch, Wellington, New Plymouth japanese 1612): A picturesque coastal villageThis delightful, Victorian map of New Zealand was originally engraved by John Rapkin and published by J. Tallis & Co in 1851. It is presented here with its original 150 year old handcolouring and is, without doubt, one of the finest and most detailed historic maps of New Zealand. This antique map from 1851 depicts the islands of New Zealand, showcasing the country's natural beauty and historical landmarks. At the time of the map's creation, New