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Turangawaewae
Turangawaewae is the National Marae of New Zealand. It is located in the town of Ngaruawahia in the Waikato. The present pa was built in 1921.
It is the official residence of the Maori Queen Te Atairangi Kaahu.
The marae's buildings include the exquisitely carved Mahinarangi House, built in 1929. Next to Mahinarangi House is Turongo House, the Queens’ official residence.
The name Turangawaewae translates as meeting place, or, more poetically, as a place to stand.
Last updated: 10-12-2005 15:58:00
12-03-2008 10:22:39
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