<P> War haka ( peruperu ) were originally performed by warriors before a battle , proclaiming their strength and prowess in order to intimidate the opposition . Today , haka constitute an integral part of formal or official welcome ceremonies for distinguished visitors or foreign dignitaries , serving to impart a sense of the importance of the occasion . </P>
<P> War haka ( peruperu ) were originally performed by warriors before a battle , proclaiming their strength and prowess in order to intimidate the opposition . Today , haka constitute an integral part of formal or official welcome ceremonies for distinguished visitors or foreign dignitaries , serving to impart a sense of the importance of the occasion . </P>
when is the haka used in nz society
when is the haka used in nz society
formal or official welcome ceremonies for distinguished visitors or foreign dignitaries
formal or official welcome ceremonies for distinguished visitors or foreign dignitaries