Twin sister cities make up the larger part of the Hawkes bay area, namely Napier and Hastings. Hawkes bay is home to the hill with the longest name in the world Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamatea-
turipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu ('The place where Tamatea, the man with the big knees, who slid, climbed and swallowed mountains, known as landeater, played his flute to his loved one'). The hawkes bay is filled with wineries, galleries and orchards. Great accommodation in napier and hawkes bay, from serviced apartments to farm stays and b&b's.