Reserve "Mount Victoria" is one of the most famous attractions Davenport (suburb of Auckland). Historically, that Mount Victoria has always played a strategic role for the inhabitants of the area. In the days of the Indians Maori on Mount Victoria built defensive settlement - characteristic depression in the ground can be seen on the slopes today.

At the beginning of the tourist trail, you can see the house signalman. In the past, the signalman had to inform the population about the arrival or departure of ships from the harbor. That is why many homes in the area Davenport constructed so that the signal from the mountain could be seen everywhere. First signalmen were living in tents or huts. Later there was built a house for living signalman and his family. Last signalman died in 1943. Now this building is the center of a writer named Michael King, who contributes to the maintenance and development of New Zealand literature.

On top of the mountain you can see a rare defensive weapon of the Second World War - North Head, these guns in the world there are very few. The weapon has been found to protect against a possible Russian invasion. However, due to the fact that the invasion did not happen, a single shot from this gun was taken as a demonstration of its performance in honor of the Queen of England. Also here, on top of Mount Victoria, there are many tunnels and concrete bunkers in case of war. One of the bunkers is now used for concerts Folklore Club Davenport.

On the whole surface of the mountain scattered bright figures "mushrooms". In fact, this irrigation system, which is maintained thanks to attractive appearance slopes.

Management Reserve Mount Victoria lies on the Department of Conservation. You can get here on foot or by bicycle. It can be reached by car, but you need to keep in mind that parking is limited on the mountain.