Matamata, nestled in New Zealand’s North Island, is best known as the gateway to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set. Surrounded by rolling green hills and fertile farmland, this charming rural town offers a warm welcome and scenic countryside. Beyond Middle-earth magic, visitors can enjoy local walks, waterfalls, and a relaxed pace that captures true Kiwi hospitality.

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