Paradise, New Zealand

Paradise valley, Otago painted by Brent Trolle

Paradise is a rural locality in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. It lies on the eastern side of the Dart River / Te Awa Whakatipu at the head of Lake Wakatipu, close to the settlement of Glenorchy.[1]

The surrounding area is used for sheep and cattle farming.[citation needed] The locality has also been used as a setting in films and television.

  1. ^ "3 Most Photographed Lord of the Rings Locations". Pure Glenorchy Scenic Film Location & Lord of the Rings Tours. 18 December 2019. Retrieved 14 January 2021.