Tekapo is a small town in New Zealand with an impressive landscape. Tekapo lake delights visitors with the beauty of its turquoise water and flowering Lupins.
Discover 3 facts about Tekapo:
1- The name "Tekapo" originates from Maori. Teka means "sleeping mat" and Po means "night".
2- The turquoise color of the lake comes from the melted glaciers.
3 - The Maoris were the first to discover this region. One characteristic of Maori culture is the art of "Tā moko" - the tattoo that covers much of the body, including the face. According to their beliefs, the most sacred part of the body is the head.
Every body painting is unique and reflects the characteristics of each individual showing that each being is different.
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