Ross

""The Father of Wellington", John Plimmer (1812-1905), lived near of what is now Plimmer Steps, and his dog, Fritz, was a constant companion for many years."

"Pukehuia translates as ‘hill of the huia bird’. ‘Huia’ are now sadly extinct native birds that were once prolific in this area."

"International visitor tickets are now $35. Entry for New Zealanders is still free."

"George Washington once swore he would never set foot on British soil ever again, so the statue is set on a foundation of imported Virginia soil to ensure that Washington did not tell a lie."

"Everything we tasted here was delicious. The hardest thing was to decide what to order."

"London's oldest church, founded in 1123."