Parihaka, Historic Māori settlement in South Taranaki, New Zealand.
The settlement features traditional Māori architecture including meeting houses such as Rangikapuia, Te Niho, Toroānui, and Mahikuare in a coastal setting.
The village reached its peak in the 1870s as the largest Māori settlement in New Zealand before facing military invasion in November 1881.
Monthly gatherings continue the legacy of Te Whiti o Rongomai and Tohu Kākahi, who established peaceful resistance methods against land confiscation.
Visitors can access educational exhibits and guided tours that explain the settlement's role in New Zealand's journey toward reconciliation between cultures.
The settlement's children greeted approaching military forces with songs during the 1881 invasion, demonstrating their commitment to non-violent resistance.
Location: South Taranaki District
GPS coordinates: -39.30000,173.83333
Latest update: November 3, 2025 18:13
Taranaki Maunga
19.9 km
Egmont National Park
21 km
Pukekura Park
33.7 km
Festival of Lights
33.7 km
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
33.7 km
New Plymouth Coastal Walkway
32.9 km
TSB Stadium
33.7 km
Cape Egmont Lighthouse
7.2 km
The Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary
33.8 km
Lake Mangamahoe
31.9 km
Tūpare
33.5 km
New Plymouth Observatory
33.6 km
Whiteley Mission House
32.3 km
Te Rere o Kapuni
23.8 km
Boer War Memorial
33.7 km
The Gables Colonial Hospital
33.5 km
Bells Falls
18.3 km
Plas Mawr
33.1 km
Hurworth
27.8 km
Curtis Falls
23.3 km
Pukekura Falls
33.7 km
New Zealand Wars Memorial New Plymouth
33.7 km
Len Lye Centre
33.7 km
Queen Victoria Monument
33.7 km
Band Rotunda
33.7 km
Poet's Bridge
33.6 km
Devonport Flats
33.8 km
New Plymouth Prison
33.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes