About Nelson

Nelson is a city on the South Island of New Zealand, facing Tasman Bay. It's known for local arts and crafts stores, and art galleries. It's also a popular base for nearby caving sites, vineyards and Abel Tasman National Park. Established by English settlers in 1841, the city's history is showcased at Founders Heritage Park, a living museum with a vintage railway.

Area : 422.2 km²
Weather : WeatherWeather Now: Mostly sunny, Temp 23.6°, Real Feel 24.9°
Population : 52,900 June 2020
Area Code : 03
Local Time : 22/01/2025 5:13:23 pm
Founder : Aurthur Wakefield
   
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