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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

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Te Ahukaramū Charles Royal. 'Te Ao Mārama – the natural world', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 1-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/te-ao-marama-the-natural-world/1/5