Lake Tekapo is located at the northern edge of the Mackenzie Basin in the South Island of New Zealand. It covers an area of 83 square kilometres and is at an altitude of 710 metres above sea level. The beauty of Lake Tekapo attracts many visitors around the world.
Choumeizai is so lucky, the weather is excellent when he visits there, Lake Tekapo appears as a big shiny sapphire, contrast with the snow white mountains, so adorable.
Situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo is the Church of the Good Shepherd, it was built in 1935 as a memorial church to commemorate early settlers.
Behind the altar there is a large window, which frames the view of both Lake Tekapo and the surrounding snow mountains, a popular place for taking wedding photos.
The structure of the Church of the Good Shepherd was made from concrete, with the stones as cladding. The church looks rough and strong, which makes it a perfect match with the peaceful and elegant Lake Tekapo: Beauty and the beast.
Next to the church is a big rocky beach and no man-made structure around, an ideal place for taking good photos.
The lake is fed at its northern end by the braided Godley River, which has its source in the Southern Alps to the north. Therefore, the water in the lake mostly comes from natural snow, no wonder it is so clean and pure.
