Rock Art

Many years ago the Māori, especially in Te Waipounamu, drew their stories on limestone outcrops. (Never in caves!) There are remnants of this 'rock art', which is really a language, in different areas of Te Waipounamu. Murihiku and South Canterbury are two well known areas.


View of remaining Rock Art






A limestone outcrop in Murihiku

These outcrops are in private ownership and some are used as farm storage places.

My photos show different limestone outcrops and some very hazy pictures of the remaining 'art'.
If you would like to know more about Rock Art find out here: http://www.teana.co.nz