Explore the map to locate Auckland on world map. Auckland, a major city on New Zealand's North Island, is known for its bustling urban atmosphere.
Auckland Latitude and Longitude
Auckland is located at specific geographical coordinates, with a latitude of 36.8485° S and a longitude of 174.7633° E. This positioning places it in the southern hemisphere and towards the eastern side of the world map. These coordinates are essential for navigation and understanding Auckland's location in relation to other places globally.
About Auckland
Auckland, often called Tāmaki Makaurau in Māori, is a significant city in New Zealand's North Island. It boasts an urban population of around 1,478,800 as of June 2023. The city is part of the larger Auckland Region, managed by Auckland Council, which includes rural areas and the Hauraki Gulf islands, bringing the total population to about 1,739,300 by June 2023. It's New Zealand's largest city and ranks fifth in Oceania. Auckland's demographic makeup has evolved into a multicultural and cosmopolitan blend, especially noticeable from the late 20th century. By 2018, Asians made up 31% of its residents. Additionally, 39% of Aucklanders were born overseas, giving the city one of the world's largest foreign-born populations. The city also hosts the world's largest ethnic Polynesian population. Tāmaki Makaurau, the city's Māori name, translates to "Tāmaki desired by many," highlighting the area's appealing natural resources and geography.
Geographically, Auckland is bordered by the Hauraki Gulf in the east, Hunua Ranges in the southeast, Manukau Harbour in the southwest, and the Waitākere Ranges and other smaller ranges in the west and northwest. The city's landscape includes rainforests and 53 volcanic centers, part of the Auckland Volcanic Field. Its urban center lies on a narrow isthmus between the Manukau Harbour, linked to the Tasman Sea, and the Waitematā Harbour, opening to the Pacific Ocean. This unique positioning makes Auckland one of the few cities globally with harbors on two different major water bodies.
The area of present-day Auckland was first settled around 1350 and was highly valued for its fertile lands. The Māori population was estimated to be around 20,000 before European arrival. Following the establishment of a British colony in New Zealand in 1840, Lieutenant-Governor William Hobson selected Auckland as the new capital, naming it after George Eden, Earl of Auckland. The mid-19th century saw conflicts over land between Māori and Europeans, leading to wars. In 1865, Wellington replaced Auckland as the capital, but Auckland continued to expand, driven initially by its port, logging, gold mining, and later by dairy farming and manufacturing. Today, it remains the nation's largest city and its central business district is a primary economic center of New Zealand. Auckland is celebrated for its vibrant culture, arts scene, and diverse historical influences.
The University of Auckland, established in 1883, is New Zealand's largest higher education institution. The city attracts visitors with its historical sites, festivals, arts, sports, and cultural institutions like the Auckland War Memorial Museum and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Architectural highlights include the Harbour Bridge, Town Hall, Ferry Building, and the Sky Tower, one of the tallest structures in the Southern Hemisphere. Auckland Airport handles about 2 million international travelers monthly. Despite its high living costs, Auckland ranks highly in global liveability indexes, including third in Mercer's 2019 Quality of Living Survey and first in The Economist's 2021 Global Liveability Ranking.