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No. 5298 · New Zealand · Oceania

Levin

40.62°S 175.29°E · 38 m

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Overview

Levin is a town of 19,000 people (2022) in the Manawatu region of New Zealand's North Island. It is the largest town in the Horowhenua District, nestled beneath the Tararua Ranges and near Lake Horowhenua.

Day Trips · Family Travel · Nature

Before you go

Activities

Main attractions include an adventure playground on main street, public swimming baths with water slide, and two amateur theatres.

Culture

The Levin Public Library, renamed Te Takere in 2012, is known worldwide for its innovative Koha library software.

Transport

Levin lies on State Highway 1 between Wellington and Palmerston North. Bus services connect the town to these larger cities.

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