Mt Taranaki is a peak of great prominence, in many ways than one. It's probably one of New Zealand's top 3 most photographed mountains, along with Aoraki / Mt Cook and Mitre Peak down in Milford. Rising out of plains scarcely at sea level and shooting up to 2518m, it's also an incredibly pronounced landmark and a sight of great beauty.
Standing so far distinct from other conservation areas, Taranaki is also a peak that tends to attract climbing lifers.