The Maori people are the original New Zealanders. In Makatu, NZ I visited Uncle Boy's cultural house where I was introduced to the Maori culture. A traditional Maori greeting is touching noses with the other person. We had a special dinner that was prepared underground and then Uncle Boy's family performed the traditional Haka dance, along with other culturally significant dances and songs. They got us all up in front later and taught us a dance which was fun. Definitely a very different and unique culture. During the dances all the performers try to be very intimidating. They cross this eyes and stare down at yoy, while sticking out their tongues. (Actually only the boys are allowed to stick out their tongues). Everyone of us from the bus had a big sleepover in the huge cultural room.
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