Maori Waka Taua [War Canoes]

Maori Waka Taua [War Canoes]

Waka taua (war canoes) are large canoes manned by up to 80 paddlers and are up to 40 metres in length. Many are single-hulled vessels made from a hollowed-out tree trunk. Large waka, which are usually elaborately carved and decorated, may consist of several jointed pieces lashed together. The resurgence of Māori culture has seen an increase in the numbers of waka taua built, generally on behalf of a tribal group, for use on ceremonial occasions.

• Date: 5 February 2009
• Photographer: usroyal: gallery
• Uploaded: 4th Feb 2009
• Location: New Zealand: gallery
• Tags: indigenous
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