The new Maori Cultural Show at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds is amazing. Today is the perfect day to share my photos of our visit last week, as it is Waitangi Day in New Zealand, a holiday commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.
First a Greeting and Welcome to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds:
Then we entered the marae (meeting house) for the cultural show:
Finally, a photo opportunity. This is my niece, hubby and myself with a Maori warrior inside the marae at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds:
All photos ©Rhonda Albom 2013
**A Northern New Zealand Travel Tip: If you are traveling in Northern New Zealand and heading to the Bay of Islands, I highly recommend a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds which includes both the tour and the cultural show.
A bit of the history of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
(for those who want a few words):
The Treaty of Waitangi was initially signed on 6 Feb, 1840 by the British and the Maori Chiefs at Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Simplified, the treaty made New Zealand a part of the British Empire, guaranteed Māori rights to their land and gave Māori the rights of British subjects. Still today there are on-going debates as to what was agreed upon as there are differences between the English version and the Māori translation of the Treaty.
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Related Links:
- Photos of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds at my other blog (Kibitz Spot)
- Awesome Haka Videos – New Zealand Maori Haka Is More Than A War Dance
- My Top 10 Adjustments to New Zealand Life
- More on Waitangi Day at Wikipedia
- Top 10 Reasons to Visit New Zealand – Fun for Everyone
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That looks like a really exciting trip!
Heather ~ Acting Balanced recently posted..Old…an almost Wordless Wednesday with Linky
New Zealand is so amazing.
I love those photos. What a great event to witness.
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It was so much better than the one I had seen at the same location (Waitangi Treaty Grounds) about 18 months ago.
Interesting photos Rhonda I like seeing their rituals hope you enjoyed it
Have a fantabulous week
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Thanks Steve. It was amazing.
How fun.
Have a terrific day. ☺
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It was fun! Thanks for stopping by.
Great shots! Thanks for hosting. Stop by and link up with me if you have time at NanaHood.com
Have a great week!
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Thanks Teresa. Glad you enjoyed your visit.
Very cool!! Wow!
Thanks Tammi
Definitely looks like an entertaining show. Great pics!
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It was entertaining and educational
Reminds me of the all blacks hacka – what a great trip!
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They did include a haka at the end of the performance.
That looks like an interesting show, but some of those men scare me lol.
Theresa recently posted..Wordless Wednesday~ Freaky Fast
In a way, that is the idea behind the tradition – to scare off the enemy. So, I guess it is a compliment to the performers.
I’m so asking my hb to let me tag along to NZ on his next business trip there..so cool to be able to witness such a performance.
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I hope hubby says yes! New Zealand is spectacular!
Your daughters can’t be too pleased that they’re missing out on all the fun!
Robin recently posted..Wordless: Dandelion
LOL – They weren’t doing too badly when we went to the North, they were at a camp in Australia.
very interesting! thanks for sharing more about their culture
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Whew, I was worried about all the words on this wordless Wednesday.
That looks like a very fun trip. I love the photos!
Thanks Alissa!
OMG that looks like so much fun!!! I laughed at the crazy looking man!
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I agree, the photos make them look funny but the idea is that they are scary warriors. It is really a wonderful event to witness live.
Wow…this is really interesting and looks like so much fun! Thanks for hosting and Happy WW!
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Thanks Jackie. It was pretty amazing.
So interesting! This is an event I’ve never heard of before today
Happy WW!
Paula
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I don’t think it is too well know outside of New Zealand and maybe England.
Good thing hubby didn’t see what you were doing with your left hand. Tee hee.
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Shhh . . . don’t tell.
This is very cool! I really like how they use “real” people not just “model” specimens the way we do in the USA!!
Growing up in New Zealand kids learn most of these activities in school. It is cool though.
What a fun…
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Yes, it was fun.
How neat!
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What a great place to visit, and a cool experience! Great photos!
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Educational too.
Very interesting! Love the photos!
Thanks Veronica!
Nice shots! i’m sure your family get enjoyed!
Happy Wordless Wednesday! My entry is here and here.
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We had a great time!
I would so love to visit there! Amazing Photos! Before I head out there, I can now email you questions of cool places to visit!
Thanks for the linky, I linked up (and on time too, I’m feeling particularly organized today!)
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly
I have traveled in a good portion of New Zealand, so yes email me – and search for New Zealand here on Laugh Quotes.
That looks like an amazing show!!
It was quite amazing.
I love this! I wish I could travel to New Zealand! Some of the looks on the warriors faces are hilarious! Thank you for sharing!
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They are supposed to look scary
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hope to see you around.
Have a great Wednesday.
Nan
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Thanks Nan.
Wonderful! I love learning about the Maori. Thank you also for hosting a link-up.
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Thanks Cyndi. I was a bit worried about having so many words today. Glad you liked it.
It’s always fun how they dance with their tongues, and with such strong and deliberate motions and cries.
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I like your choice of descriptive words :strong and deliberate motions and cries
Those half-naked men have such personality.
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I did notice the half naked part
foarte interesant!
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I’ve never seen anything like that, very cool!
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The Maori poses are pretty special.
Really interesting! Thanks for sharing this nice content;)
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Thanks Rita:)
Oh, I would love to visit New Zealand someday. Thanks for sharing.
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I hope you get here some day.
I think Joyce might be right about your left hand. Your niece is so lucky to have you for a tour guide Rhonda!
Julie recently posted..IWSG: Draft Attack
At least it’s hidden. And as for my niece, she is such an amazing women, I am lucky too.