The 3555km2 Mount Aspiring National Park is a haven for native alpine plants and animals including the tiny threatened rock wren. The park is part of Te Wahipounamu South West New Zealand World Heritage Area…
Food Gathering
Maori called Mount Aspiring Tititea, or glistening hills of white. This area, including the downstream river valleys, were traditionally important Mahinga Kai or food gathering sites.
John Gilfillan – A Maori camp with men cooking, circa 1860s - Image © National Library of New Zealand