Aalyzah - Powhiri

Powhiri

A powhiri is a Maori welcoming ceremony involving speeches, dancing,singing and finally the hongi. It is used to both welcome guests onto a Marae or during other ceremonies, such as during a dedication of a building. A pōwhiri may not be performed for every group of manuhiri (visitors); a mihi whakatau may be used instead. Pōwhiri is often used for special visitors or for tūpāpaku for a tangi. However, pōwhiri are also often performed for tourist groups as part of special events.