Taupō, sometimes written as Taupo, is a town located in the central North Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the north-eastern edge of Lake Taupō, which is the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand. Taupō was constituted as a borough in 1953. It has been the seat of Taupō District Council since the council was formed in 1989.
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Taupō is the largest urban area in the Taupō District, and the second-largest in the Waikato region, behind Hamilton. It has a population of approximately 27,000 (June 2025). Taupō is known for its natural beauty, with the surrounding area offering a range of outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, skiing, and water sports. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of attractions, including the Wairakei Power Station, Huka Falls, and the Tongariro National Park.
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Towns around Taupo
- Rotorua62 km N
- Cambridge106 km NW
- Tauranga111 km N
- Whakatane113 km NE
- Napier115 km SE
- Hamilton East121 km NW
- Hamilton122 km NW
- Hastings125 km SE
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