Takitimu Mountains Explained

Takitimu Mountains
Photo Alt:Takitimu Mountains from north
Highest:Brunel Peaks
Elevation M:1650
Length Km:30
Native Name:-->
Country:New Zealand
Region:Southland
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The Takitimu Mountains extend in a north–south direction southeast of Te Anau and Manapouri.[1] The mountain range is about long and contains several peaks of around height, with the Brunel Peaks reaching .[2]

In Māori people mythology, the mountain range is special to Ngāi Tahu as it represents the upturned hull of the Tākitimu waka wrecked in Te Waewae Bay to the south of the Takitimu Mountains.[3]

References

-45.75°N 215°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Takitimu Mountains, Southland - NZ Topo Map. Land Information New Zealand. 2018-11-26.
  2. Web site: Brunel Peaks, Southland - NZ Topo Map. Land Information New Zealand. 2018-11-26.
  3. [Department of Conservation (New Zealand)|Department of Conservation]