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A traditional welcome

A traditional welcome

A traditional welcome

Noses are pressed in greeting during the a visit of a Native American. Known as the hongi, this practice symbolises peace.

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Alexander Turnbull Library
Reference: 1/2-C-22697; F

Permission of the Alexander Turnbull Library, National Library of New Zealand, Te Puna Matauranga o Aotearoa, must be obtained before any re-use of this image.




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