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Previously, you could find the eagles that Gandalf calls in the films and rides on here. They’re no longer there, but you can still see other creations from Weta Workshop on display.

You can visit this place for free and without a flight.

However, if you do have a flight, look carefully, because Smaug the dragon’s head from The Hobbit is still on display inside the airport.

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