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Powhiri: A powhiri is a Maori welcoming ceremony involving korero, kanikani, waiata and hongi. It can be performed both to welcome guests onto a marae or during other ceremonies, such as a dedication of a building. A powhiri is not performed for every group of manuhiri ( visitors ).

What is a Powhiri?

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Page 1: What is a Powhiri?

Powhiri: A powhiri is a Maori welcoming ceremony involving korero, kanikani, waiata and hongi. It can be performed both to welcome guests onto a marae or during other ceremonies, such as a dedication of a building. A powhiri is not performed for every group of manuhiri ( visitors ). Powhiri are also often performed for tourist groups as part of special events.

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The marae is a sacred and religious place.

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Here are some people getting welcomed

The Hongi is the traditional maori greeting