Auckland is a city in New Zealand’s North Island. Auckland is the largest urban area in the country, with an urban population of around 1,534,700.
Despite being one of the most expensive cities in the world, Auckland is ranked third on the 2016 Mercer Quality of Living Survey, making it one of the most liveable cities.
One of Auckland’s nicknames, the “City of Sails”, is derived from the popularity of sailing in the region.
A number of arts events are held in Auckland, including the Auckland Festival, the Auckland Triennial, the New Zealand International Comedy Festival, and the New Zealand International Film Festival.