The images were captured by German astronaut Alexander Gerst. Astronaut Alexander Gerst has shared stunning new images of New Zealand from the International Space Station. ALEXANDER GERST/ESA Astronaut Alexander Gerst's full shot of the "fabulous" South Island. READ MORE:* Most Kiwis don't know New Zealand has its own space agency* German and New Zealand agencies sign agreement for space researchHe's no stranger to Aotearoa. ALEXANDER GERST/ESA The South Island as seen through the windows of the International Space Station.

Source: Stuff November 08, 2018 03:43 UTC