Maori migration history

The Maori people are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Their migration history is commonly traced back to the 13th century, when several waka (canoes) arrived from Hawaiki, a mythical ancestral homeland in the Pacific. These waka were said to have been led by legendary explorers like Kupe and Maui. The Maori people settled across New Zealand, developing different tribal groups with their own customs, beliefs, and dialects. European arrival in the late 18th century and subsequent colonialism had a significant impact on Maori life and culture, resulting in tensions and conflicts that continue to shape New Zealand society today. Maori migration continues today, with many Maori people moving within New Zealand and to other parts of the world.

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