Blenheim, borough of central New Zealand, on the northeastern part of South Island. Blenheim lies at the junction of the Taylor and Opawa rivers, just inland from Cook Strait and across the strait from Wellington, New Zealand's capital. Blenheim is situated in the heart of the Wairau Valley, one of New Zealand's chief wine-making regions. The borough is also a center of agriculture, light industry, wine trading and tasting, and tourism. It is famous for the quality of its red and white wines. Established in 1852, Blenheim grew rapidly during the gold rush of the 1860s and became a borough in 1869. Blenheim has some well-preserved colonial houses from the 1860s and several museums. Population (1998 estimate) 26,500.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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