Passes through mountain ranges in this Zone are high and dry.  They sometimes catch winter snow storms and become blocked. 

Four different road passes access this inland South Island Zone.  They are all barren and especially spectacular in the low winter lights affording opportunities for photographers. 

Studies
We can explore the special planning and road construction required for mountain areas.  At the top of one of these, you may explore some of the special engineering issues involved with high land road building.

See also:
Transport NZ

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