♂️ Embark on the Nias Trail and discover the way to ♂️ signing
The journey of discovery in Waitangi is not over yet as we continue to walk the Nias Walk, following in the footsteps of history and through the corridors of time.
️ Nias Trail: The Road ️ to History
Following the stone steps of the Nias Track, we embark on a journey of some time. The walk is not just a simple walk, but a historic link to Hobson Beach, Treaty House, Maori Hall and flagpole. Named after British Admiral Joseph Nias, it was the path on which Governor Hobson landed in Waitangi.
☠️ Hobson Beach: The Governor's Landing Place ☠️
Hobson Beach, formerly known as Te Anao Maikukuku, is a witness to the history of Waitangi. Governor William Hobson landed here, negotiated with Maori tribes, and organised the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Today, the launching ceremony of the canoe warboat is held on this beach every year on Waitangi Day, transporting us back to that moment in history.
Treaty House and Maori Hall: A Convergence of Cultures
Treaty House, where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, is a gem of New Zealand's history. Originally used as an English residence, it witnessed the administration of government and the life of Governor James Busby and his family from 1833 to 1840. Today, after several restorations, it faithfully depicts life in 1840, giving visitors a glimpse into the daily life of the Busby family at their farm in the Bay of Islands.
Te Whare Rnanga, a Maori hall, is a place of art. It is not only a symbol of the agreement between the Māori and the British Crown, but also a symbol of the Māori people of New Zealand as a whole. Built in 1934, the Maori Hall is an outstanding example of Maori art, with its carving and architectural style, bringing together the cultures of New Zealand's tribes.
Flagpole: A symbol of the three flags
The flagpole marks the site of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi on 6 February 1840. The 34-metre-high flagpole is still maintained and managed by the Royal Navy. The three flags fluttering in the wind are the New Zealand Tribal Union flag, the Union of Great Britain and the New Zealand Jack flag, witnessing the country's historical changes.
Waitangi Museum: A Vivid Scroll of History
The exhibitions inside the Waitangi Museum take us back in time. The museum's main exhibit on the ground floor, Ko Waitangi Tnei, brings to life the relationship between the Maori and the British, and the moment when the Treaty of Waitangi was signed. The museum's regularly updated exhibition and education center on the second floor provides us with an even more historical perspective.
Waitang Yiri, the memory of history
Waitang Yiri is not only a carnival of the National Day, but also a remembrance of history. From fantastical canoes to warships to stately treaty houses, from carvings in Maori halls to flagpoles, every place is a living fossil of history. Let's spend Waitangi Day with New Zealand, feel the country's rich cultural heritage, and appreciate the weight of history.
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