LEVIN Levin is the ‘capitol’ of Horowhenua and is a bustling community that is working hard to establish ‘what Levin and has to offer’. But Levin is not their yet; heritage factors will ensure Levin will emerge as a must visit where the history of the area comes to life. Levin has a population of nearly 20k. Levin is a large ‘small’ town that is divided by the railway track, with cbd on the west side which also incorporates highway one and is a very busy main street. Levin is also a young town and celebrated its centenary in 2006 and this is evident with the young churches and no character hotels and these buildings are  all of a young vintage.but more importantly that there is not a museum. There is a history, but not on display as yet. The War Memorial is also an example of symbol still trying to find its rightful place and is currently being ‘upgraded’. The town was named after William Hort Levi, a director of the Wellington Rail Company who had a strong connection with the town during the rail construction. Just south of Levin is the Southward Car Museum. Now d'ont miss that display. This is first rate. Levin, being a major centre deserves a stopover, and there are numerous coffee houses vying for your interest