Matamata Collection

New Zealand, North Island, Matamata, Hobbiton Movie Set, Hobbit house

Bilbo Baggins house. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Hobbit house. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Hobbit house with table and chair in the garden. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Greek tortoise, testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata
FLO4684946 Greek tortoise, testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata, Chelus fimbriata, Florida softshell turtle, Apalone ferox, Nile softshell turtle

Tortoise and turtle species
Greek tortoise, Testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata, Chelus fimbriata, Florida softshell turtle, Apalone ferox, Nile softshell turtle

Samwise Gamgees house. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Fireplace at The Green Dragon Inn. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Interiors of The Green Dragon Inn. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Aerial view of the rolling hills near Matamata at sunrise

Aerial view of the rolling hills near Matamata at sunrise

Rolling hills near Matamata at sunrise

Fossil bones of an extinct American mastodon, Mammut americanum 1, and mata mata, Chelus fimbriata 2
5324241 Fossil bones of an extinct American mastodon, Mammut americanum 1, and mata mata, Chelus fimbriata 2 by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); (add.info)

Mata mata turtle reflected on reflective surface, native to South America Date: 31-12-1999

A tortoise overtakes a sleeping hare in a race. 1811 (etching)
7235836 A tortoise overtakes a sleeping hare in a race. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A tortoise overtakes a sleeping hare in a race. The hare and the tortoise)

Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas, endangered. 1807 (aquatint)
7237472 Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas, endangered. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas, endangered)

Mata mata turtle reflected on reflective surface, native to South America

Tortoise, sea turtle and chameleon. 1774 (engraving)
7233241 Tortoise, sea turtle and chameleon. 1774 (engraving) by Martinet, Francois Nicolas (1731-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Land tortoise species, endangered green sea turtle)

Manufacture of turtle oil (engraving)
7192398 Manufacture of turtle oil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manufacture of turtle oil)

Skeleton of a Turtle (engraving)
7188971 Skeleton of a Turtle (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skeleton of a Turtle)

Turtle fishing and adventure with alligator (engraving)
7188720 Turtle fishing and adventure with alligator (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turtle fishing and adventure with alligator)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tortue (terrestre); Tortoise; Schildkrote (engraving)
7197770 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tortue (terrestre); Tortoise; Schildkrote (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tortue (terrestre); Tortoise; Schildkrote

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tortue (d eau); Turtle; Fluszschildkrote (engraving)
7197769 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tortue (d eau); Turtle; Fluszschildkrote (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tortue (d eau); Turtle; Fluszschildkrote

Leather-back Turtle (engraving)
7188947 Leather-back Turtle (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leather-back Turtle)

Bearded Tortoise (engraving)
7188951 Bearded Tortoise (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bearded Tortoise)

South America: The matamata (engraving)
7186692 South America: The matamata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The matamata)

The Owl and the Pussycat (colour litho)
7185293 The Owl and the Pussycat (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Owl and the Pussycat)

Egyptian River Turtle (engraving)
7188950 Egyptian River Turtle (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian River Turtle)

Box Tortoise (engraving)
7188948 Box Tortoise (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Box Tortoise. Illustration for Reptiles and Birds by Louis Figuier (Cassell)

Moorish Tortoise (engraving)
7188953 Moorish Tortoise (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moorish Tortoise)

Mud Tortoise (engraving)
7188952 Mud Tortoise (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mud Tortoise. Illustration for Reptiles and Birds by Louis Figuier (Cassell)

Les varreurs de tortues (engraving)
7199907 Les varreurs de tortues (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les varreurs de tortues)

Raccoon fishing for turtle (engraving)
7192450 Raccoon fishing for turtle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raccoon fishing for turtle)

Curious! Very! (engraving)
7188291 Curious! Very! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Curious! Very! Illustration for Home Words (1891).); © Look and Learn

Les tortues a Java (engraving)
7198029 Les tortues a Java (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les tortues a Java)

India: Puranic Gods, Avatars of Vishnu (engraving)
7152683 India: Puranic Gods, Avatars of Vishnu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puranic Gods, Avatars of Vishnu)

The Fables of Aesop: The Hare and the Tortoise (litho)
7155754 The Fables of Aesop: The Hare and the Tortoise (litho) by Stephens, Henry Louis (1824-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hare and the Tortoise)

Bread, cheese and beer (colour litho)
7150903 Bread, cheese and beer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century)

Tortoise, foaled 1762 (b / w photo)
7163314 Tortoise, foaled 1762 (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tortoise, foaled 1762)

"We love each other well, we two"(engraving)
7165822 " We love each other well, we two" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " We love each other well)

The curiosities of sport... to laugh (colour litho)
2777894 The curiosities of sport... to laugh (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The curiosities of sports... for laughs)

Mata mata or matamata turtle, Chelus fimbriata (fimbriated tortoise, Testudo fimbriata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology

Fossil bones of an American mastodon and mata mata
Fossil bones of an extinct American mastodon, Mammut americanum 1, and mata mata, Chelus fimbriata 2. Mastodonte (ossemens fossiles), matamata

The Merry Australians (Colour Litho)
2778206 The Merry Australians (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cheerful Australians)

Matamata (Chelys fimbriata)
Antique illustration of a Matamata (Chelys fimbriata)

Skull of Matamata from below

Picture No. 10786703
Mata Mata / Matamata Turtle - being held by man (Chelus fimbriatus) Date:

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Discover the enchanting town of Matamata in New Zealand's North Island, home to the famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Step into the magical world of Middle-earth as you explore Bilbo Baggins' charming hobbit house and wander through the picturesque village. Nestled in the stunning Waikato region, this is a must-visit destination for any Lord of the Rings fan. Immerse yourself in the whimsical atmosphere as you stroll past quaint hobbit houses, complete with their iconic round doors and lush gardens. Take a moment to relax at Samwise Gamgee's cozy abode or marvel at the intricate details inside The Green Dragon Inn. Feel like a true adventurer as you warm up by the crackling fireplace and soak in its inviting ambiance. Matamata offers more than just movie magic - it is also known for its diverse turtle and tortoise species that call this region home. Explore nature's wonders beyond Middle-earth and encounter these fascinating creatures up close. For breathtaking views, don't miss an aerial tour of Matamata's rolling hills during sunrise. Witness nature come alive as golden rays paint a mesmerizing canvas across vast landscapes, creating an unforgettable sight that will leave you in awe. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply seeking natural beauty, Matamata promises an extraordinary experience filled with wonder and adventure. Come discover this hidden gem where fantasy meets reality.