New Zealand is globally renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, making the title of the prettiest part subjective, though Fiordland National Park and Queenstown on the South Island are frequently crowned as top contenders. Fiordland features majestic glacier-carved fjords, dramatic waterfalls, and deep mirror-like sounds such as Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Meanwhile, the region surrounding Queenstown boasts the dramatic Remarkables mountain range framing the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wakatipu. Other legendary contenders include Abel Tasman National Park with its golden sand beaches and turquoise waters, and the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua on the North Island.