Maori People

The name for the people native to New Zealand is Maori.
The Maori have inhabited New Zealand since around the 13th century AD.
Of the approximately 4.5 million people living in New Zealand, about 15% of them are Maori.
Many of their traditions still exist today.
Sometimes I will even see signs in both English and Maori.
Sometimes I hear people speaking the Maori language on the street.
Maori possess a very distinct art style.

a portrait of a Maori man from the early 1900's. Shows a blend of the British and the Maori traditions

another portrait of a Maori man. This one wearing traditional clothing

the distinct type of Maori architecture used for homes and other important buildings

a Maori woodcarving

another woodcarving

a Maori woman performing a traditional dance

warrior culture was another important aspect of Maori life. one of the most common weapons used were spears

what the inside of important Maori meeting houses look like