On January 10 1770 Captain James Cook renamed Taranaki Mounga, Mount Egmont after the first Lord of the Admiralty. It is said the Earl died without ever knowing of the honour. The dual name of Mount Egmont/Mount Taranaki has been in official use since 1986.
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When did Egmont change to Taranaki?
On January 10 1770 Captain James Cook renamed Taranaki Mounga, Mount Egmont after the first Lord of the Admiralty. It is said the Earl died without ever knowing of the honour. The dual name of Mount Egmont/Mount Taranaki has been in official use since 1986.
Who is Egmont?
Lamoraal, graaf van Egmond, Egmond also spelled Egmont, (born Nov. 18, 1522, La Hamaide, Hainaut [now in Belgium]—died June 5, 1568, Brussels), leader in the early opposition to the policies of Philip II of Spain in the Netherlands.
Why is New Plymouth called ngamotu?
New Plymouth was Ngā Motu, or Ngāmotu. ”Ngā Motu was the name of the area and it means ‘the islands’. Ngāmotu was the name of the Māori hapu that lived around Paritutu, and, at times of duress, out on the Islands, especially Motumahanga. ”
What are the names of the three main mountains in the legend about the battle of the mountains?
Tribes have different versions of the story; the following is drawn from Ngāti Tūwharetoa tradition. The story goes that in the days when the earth was young there were four mountain warriors: Tongariro, Taranaki (Mt Egmont), Tauhara and Pūtauaki (Mt Edgecumbe).
Is Mount Taranaki going to erupt?
There are no indications that Mt Taranaki is about to erupt, however, its unbroken geological history of activity tells us that it will in the future. We are in an unusually long (although not unprecedented) lull in activity. Recent research (2014) estimates an 81% probability of at least one eruption by 2065.
Where are the Pouakai ranges?
The Pouakai ranges are part of the volcanic ranges just off Mount Taranaki in Egmont National Park. There are plenty of walks in the area including a crossing which is up there with some of the best hikes in New Zealand. As we were on limited time, we only managed the Mangorei track up to Pouakai hut and part of the Kaiauai track up to Henry Peak.
How long does it take to walk the Pouakai track?
The track climbs steadily up many steps to the 16 bunk Pouakai Hut. Walk five minutes past the hut for great views down over Ahukawakawa Swamp. From here turn left at the track junction to access the Pouakai Tarns (pools) – a further 10 minutes walk along the Pouakai Track.
How do I get to Pouakai hut?
Mangorei Track to Pouakai Hut. From the car parking area walk up the driveway, turning left at the water tank and heading into the bush. The track climbs steadily up many steps to the 16 bunk Pouakai Hut. Walk five minutes past the hut for great views down over Ahukawakawa Swamp.
Do pouakai kill and eat humans?
In some of these legends, pouakai kill and eat humans. The myth may refer to the real but now extinct Haast’s eagle: the largest known eagle species, which was able to kill adult moa weighing up to 230 kilograms (510 lb), and which had the capability to kill a child.