Mangere Mountain by dide

Mangere Mountain

Another class trip to the 'big smoke'. This time to Mangere Mountain where the kids learnt about the geological history and the importance of this 'mountain' to the Maori. This is one of the many volcanic cones and craters around Auckland. This is not the top, but a slightly lower peak which was more interesting than the bare top with just a trig on it. It erupted 70,000 years ago and has been an important pa site for Maori, as it has 360 degree views and is close to the kaimoana (sea food). The soil was also great for growing kumara and the volcanic scoria helped hold the heat to warm the crop.
A lovely shot and interesting narrative. It must be a wonderful view from up there.
November 30th, 2022  
Beautiful landscape image Dianne, full of light and colour :)
November 30th, 2022  
Beautiful view and capture.
November 30th, 2022  
Interesting class to teach now that Mauna Loa is erupting.
November 30th, 2022  
Great day out for your class..
November 30th, 2022  
very nice
November 30th, 2022  
Looks very lush.
November 30th, 2022  
Lovely scenery.Fav😊
November 30th, 2022  
Great shot and narrative. A very mysterious volcanic cone.
November 30th, 2022  
Nice shot
November 30th, 2022  
it is a cool landscape Dianne
November 30th, 2022  
Nice shot.
November 30th, 2022  
Neat landscape!
December 1st, 2022  
Super capture.
December 1st, 2022  
Gorgeous looking mound, interesting narrative.
December 2nd, 2022  
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