点评:Lake Tekapo is one of the gorgeous alpine lakes in the Mackenzie Basin created by retreating glaciers during the last Ice Age. Its waters are a beautiful turquoise blue and very picturesque with the snow capped mountains in the distance, particularly on days with clear skies. It makes for a rewarding stop along SH8 between Fairlie and Twizel.
Tekapo is a popular tourist stop for those touring South Island. There are a fair number of accommodations and campgrounds, restaurants and cafes. You'll find souvenir and gift shops, a couple of activity/sports shops, petrol and a large 4 Square supermarket. You will also find sightseeing venues such as the Dark Sky Project, attractions like the landmark Church of the Good Shepherd and activities including hiking, cycling, spa & stargazing.
Note: Lake Tekapo is particularly popular during the months of November and December when the colour lupins are in bloom.
翻译:特卡波湖是麦肯齐盆地中最为美丽的高山湖泊之一,由上一个冰河时期消退的冰川所形成。湖水呈迷人的绿松石蓝色,在晴空万里的日子里,远处雪山映衬下的湖景尤为如画。对于沿着8号国道从费尔利前往特威泽尔的游客而言,这里绝对是一个值得停留的好地方。
特卡波湖是南岛旅游的热门目的地。当地有众多的住宿设施、露营地以及餐馆和咖啡馆。这里有纪念品和礼品店、几家运动用品店、加油站,还有一家大型的4 Square超市。此外,您还能找到诸如“暗夜天空项目”这样的观光景点、地标性建筑“善牧教堂”,以及徒步、骑行、水疗和观星等各种活动。
注:每年11月至12月期间,当羽扇豆花盛开时,特卡波湖便格外受游客欢迎。