Otuataua Stonefields
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| Otuataua Stonefields
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| Ethnicity:
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Maori
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| Site type:
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Gardening and occupation site
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| Where:
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Ihumatau Quarry Rd.
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| How to get there:
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Easiest by car 20 minutes from the inner city, but possible with a 15 minute walk from the bus. (Check Rideline)
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| How Long to allow:
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1 hr at the site.
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| Disclaimer
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What:
Maori prehistoric and historic gardening and village site with many stone built living and gardening structures. On-site interpretation is minimal at present (more is planned) so try to get a pamphlet before visiting.
Web Info:
[otautaua-stonefields-historic-reserve-brochure.pdf Visitor Brochure]
https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/articles/news/2017/05/explore-the-otuataua-stonefields/
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/arts-culture-heritage/heritage-walks-places/Pages/otuataua-stonefields-mangere.aspx
https://aotearoarocks.blogspot.com/2018/01/part-1-of-disappearing-maunga-of.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ihum%C4%81tao
