The Register
The register of historic places is divided into four main areas:
- Historic Places
- Historic Areas
- Wahi Tapu (Māori sacred sites)
- Wahi Tapu Areas
The historic places are organised in two categories:
- Category I - "...places of 'special or outstanding historical or cultural heritage significance or value' "
- Category II - "...places of 'historical or cultural heritage significance or value' "
As of 2011, the register contains over 5,500 entries. The earthquakes in September 2010 and February 2011 have caused a significant loss of heritage buildings in Christchurch.
Read more about this topic: New Zealand Historic Places Trust
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