Just 50 kilometres north of Auckland, the tranquil village of Puhoi offers a unique glimpse into New Zealand's pioneering past. Meaning "slow water" in Māori, Puhoi was uniquely settled in 1863 by a community of Bohemian immigrants (from what is now the Czech Republic), who forged a new life from the dense New Zealand bush. Their strong community spirit and rich heritage are still deeply woven into the fabric of the village today. Explore the charming Puhoi Historic Village, where you can wander through historic buildings like the beautifully preserved Church of Saints Peter and Paul, built in 1881, and delve into the fascinating stories of the early settlers at the Puhoi Heritage Museum