Thousands of New Zealanders broke the Guinness World Record for the largest number of people performing haku – a ceremonial Maori war dance. The event was held in Auckland at the largest stadium in New Zealand, Eden Park.
The participants came to take away the record from France. She installed it in 2014.
The exact number of participants is still being calculated. At the same time, a representative of the Guinness Book said that the record was broken.
Brian Sobel, representative of the Guinness Book of World Records:
“Dear participants. The official number is still being counted, since many people have gathered. But I can say with confidence that you have surpassed the previous record. You are officially amazing.”
During the performance of khaki, people stomp their feet, beat themselves on the thighs and chest, and shout intimidating phrases. This is one of the most famous types of Maori musical art.
The dance is usually performed in a group. At the same time, the participants make a variety of grimaces on their faces. They are very important, and it is by them that it is determined how well the dance is performed.
In the past, the welcome haka dances usually began militantly, since the greeters did not know the intentions of the arrivals.
This is how armed Māori met James Cook in 1769.
