New Regent Street is a historic and charming street known for its distinctive Spanish Mission-style architecture.
Constructed in the early 1930s, it was designed to be a high-class shopping and entertainment district. The street features ornate facades, terracotta tile roofs, and decorative elements that reflect the architectural trends of the time. Over the years, New Regent Street has gone through periods of decline and revitalisation, but its unique character has endured.
After suffering damage in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, the street underwent extensive restoration efforts, and today stands as a popular pedestrian-friendly destination, with a variety of shops, cafes, and boutiques.
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