Matariki
Matariki is the Maori name for the group of stars also known as the Pleiades star cluster or The Seven Sisters. It is known as the traditional Maori New Year.
The Maori New Year or Matariki begins in the last few days of May. The new year is marked at the sighting of the next new moon which occurs during June.
Matariki has two meanings, both referring to a tiny constellation of stars; Mata Riki (Tiny eyes) and Mata Ariki (Eyes of God).
The Maori New Year or Matariki begins in the last few days of May. The new year is marked at the sighting of the next new moon which occurs during June.
Matariki has two meanings, both referring to a tiny constellation of stars; Mata Riki (Tiny eyes) and Mata Ariki (Eyes of God).
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