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New Zealand | 4K UHD | Akaroa | Akaroa Lighthouse | Ōnawe Peninsula | Drone Drive Walk and History

Akaroa, Akaroa Lighthouse, Māori Historical - Sacred Place Ōnawe Peninsula, New Zealand, View from Drone, Drive, Walk and History Akaroa is a beautiful harbour town on Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, known for its French heritage, marine wildlife, and stunning volcanic landscapes. Only 90 minutes from Christchurch, Akaroa is one of New Zealand’s most charming and historically rich towns. Discover the original site of the Akaroa lighthouse. The original Akaroa Lighthouse started operation on the headland of Akaroa Heads in 1880. One hundred years later, it was moved down to Akaroa Township, after being replaced by an automated light. Ōnawe Peninsula: The Sacred Headland of Akaroa Harbour. A Great Pā and a Tragic Battle (1832) In the early 19th century, Ōnawe was the site of a Ngāi Tahu pā (fortified village). It was strategically positioned — the peninsula’s narrow neck made it easy to defend, and the surrounding waters were rich with kai moana (seafood). But this beautiful place became the scene of one of the darkest chapters in South Island history. Around 1831–1832, Te Rauparaha, the powerful chief of Ngāti Toa from Kāpiti Island, led a revenge campaign against Ngāi Tahu. Tensions had been escalating between the tribes due to earlier conflicts and trade disputes. Te Rauparaha and his warriors sailed south in a fleet of canoes, armed with muskets, and reached Akaroa Harbour. Te Rauparaha’s forces besieged the Ōnawe Pā, trapping hundreds of Ngāi Tahu inside. Despite brave resistance, the attackers overpowered the defenders The attack resulted in the massacre of up to 1,200 Ngāi Tahu people, making it one of the darkest chapters in intertribal warfare. Visitors are asked to respect the site, acknowledging its history and the mana of those who lived and died there.