Motuara Island
Motuara Island is a scenic and historical reserve that lies at the entrance to Queen Charlotte Sound / Tōtaranui. It is notable for the actions of James Cook.| Tap on a place to explore it |
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- Type: Island
- Description: island in New Zealand
- Also known as: “Motu Ara” and “Motuouru Island”
Places of Interest
Highlights include Cook’s Cairn and Captain Cook’s Monument.
Captain Cook’s Monument
Memorial
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Captain Cook’s Monument is a memorial, which is situated 3½ km west of Motuara Island.
Motuara Island
- Category: landform
- Location: New Zealand, Oceania
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Satellite Map
Discover Motuara Island from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
In Other Languages
From Cebuano to German—“Motuara Island” goes by many names.
- Cebuano: “Motuara Island”
- French: “île Motuara”
- French: “Île Motuara”
- German: “Motuara Island”
Localities in the Area
Explore places such as Ship Cove and Cape Jackson.
Notable Places Nearby
Highlights include Cook’s Cairn and Matere.
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