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Hey there! Have you heard about New Zealand’s nickname, ‘The Land of the Long White Cloud’? Well, it’s been around for centuries - in fact, some say it’s been called that since the Maori people first settled there. It’s an old name for a country with a rich history and culture. So why is New Zealand so old? Let me tell you!
Why Is It Called New Zealand And Not Old Zealand? [Solved]
Well, Hendrik Brouwer was the one to prove that South America wasn’t as big as everyone thought - it was just a small island. So, in 1643 Dutch cartographers decided to rename Tasman’s discovery Nova Zeelandia, after the Dutch province of Zeeland. Eventually, this got anglicised to New Zealand - and there you have it!
New Zealand may be a relatively young country, but it’s got some serious history! It’s often referred to as “Old New Zealand” because of its rich culture and traditions that have been passed down through generations. From the Maori people who first settled the land centuries ago, to the European settlers who arrived in the 1800s, New Zealand has a long and fascinating history. So don’t let its age fool you - this place is full of stories!
