The Beautiful Carvings of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
The site where the founding document of New Zealand was signed
Flag pole illuminated at night at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds (2017) by CyArkCyArk
The flagstaff marks the spot where the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed.
Waitangi Meeting House Interior by CyArkCyArk
The site includes the original treaty house, a carved meeting house, a museum and visitor centre, lush native forest and gardens, a traditional Māori waka (canoe), and venues for traditional performances and craftsmanship.
A view of the entrance to the meeting house at Waitangi by CyArkCyArk
Te Whare Rūnanga (The House of Assembly) is a beautifully carved meeting house designed in traditional Māori form. The meeting house was opened for all the peoples of New Zealand on 6 February, 1940 and stands facing the Treaty House.
Waitangi war canoe (2017) by CyArkCyArk
The waka house on the site shelters the world's largest ceremonial war canoe. The name of the canoe comes from a traditional story from the Ngāpuhi tribe who reside near the treaty grounds.
Cultural performer inside the meeting house at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds by CyArkCyArk
Cultural performances also take place at the meeting house, including songs and the haka, or war dance.
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