Our Marae Trip



First we were called (Karanga) onto the Marae by the Tangata Whenua

                            

After the speeches and waiata it was time for the hongi

           There were many beautiful kowhaiwhai patterns on the ceiling of the wharenui

The kowhaiwhai patterns all have special meanings.

 

The tukutuku patterns weaved as panels along the walls also had special meanings.

Outside the wharenui we looked at the carvings and talked about the significance of each picture.

 

We all had a great time at the Marae learning more about the Maori culture.