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Golden Cross Hotel Waihi 1899


The Golden Cross Hotel in Waihi pretty much gives it's information away with it's name. Waihi located in the Hauraki District of NZ is made up of a rich gold mining history and was named as the "Golden Cross Mining" region.

This is a 2 story wooden building with an iron roof but the outside has been clad in brick and concrete. It was built in 1899, has 17 rooms and a dining room. It was originally placed in Waitekauri but was later moved to Waihi. Firstly used as a hotel it is now popular with backpackers.

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eileeninmd said…
Hello, the red trim on the hotel pops, it matches the color of the car too. Happy Thursday, enjoy your day! Have a happy weekend ahead.
19 July 2019 at 06:25
Wayne said…
I'm diggin' that car parked out front :-)
19 July 2019 at 06:55
William Kendall said…
It has character.
19 July 2019 at 08:04
Spare Parts and Pics said…
Interesting history and looks very well preserved for its age. Love the vintage red car passing by!
19 July 2019 at 09:35
Photo Cache said…
Nice that it has been preserved all these years.

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19 July 2019 at 10:06
Rhonda Albom said…
Nice to see that it is still used used for accommodation.
19 July 2019 at 17:47
Pisi Prkl said…
Nice street photography. Love the vintage car.
20 July 2019 at 00:01
Little Wandering Wren said…
The red and grey is very smart - although is it just me that wants to paint the building name lettering red to match! :)
20 July 2019 at 00:52
carol l mck said…
Great sky shot and what colors with the red auto and red trim of the hotel ~ ^_^

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A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
20 July 2019 at 04:14
Fun60 said…
The red makes it stand out as being special.
20 July 2019 at 04:20
Sharon said…
I love how you captured it with the red car in front. It matches the trim on the building.
20 July 2019 at 05:14
Bill said…
Beautiful building! I love the red trim and the red vintage car, they make a great match and you made a great photo. Well done, Amy.
20 July 2019 at 05:57
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
Beautiful old building and quite a composition with the red car and the red trim.
20 July 2019 at 08:58
gz said…
nice...with matching car...and moved,as you do...in NZ!!
22 July 2019 at 05:12
Jenn said…
That car was perfect timing!
23 July 2019 at 09:47
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