Two parts of the 120 million-year-old rock, like two sliced apples, are New Zealand's famous attraction.
The bisected Apple Rock, located off Tasman Bay, in Abel Tasman National Park, is the most famous geological wonder of South Island, New Zealand. This is a spherical granite block, with a diameter of about 5.5 m and is estimated to weigh up to 242 tons. Located about 50 m from the coast, it is supported by granite shaped like a small island.
The 120 million-year-old rock was split into two parts, creating a V-shaped opening, like an apple cut evenly with a knife. Therefore, the Maori have a legend that said the stone was cut by the sword of Zeus, while fighting Neptune. Therefore, the stone block is also called Tokangawhā, which means Rock explosion.