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Te Papa Tongarewa – The National Museum of Aotearoa New Zealand

Te Papa Tongarewa – The National Museum of Aotearoa New Zealand

Te Papa Tongarewa, New Zealand’s national museum in Wellington, offers interactive exhibits covering art, history, and Māori culture. Highlights include:

  1. Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War – Giant, detailed sculptures by Weta Workshop.
  2. Māori and Pacific Collections – Featuring a wharenui (meeting house) and waka (canoe).
  3. Earthquake House – Simulates a real earthquake.
  4. Toi Art – Exhibits of New Zealand and international art.
  5. Natural History – Including a giant squid and native wildlife.

Entry is free, with some paid exhibits. A must-visit when in Wellington!

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