New Zealand National Anthem - God Defend New Zealand | Waitangi Day 2026 🇳🇿

Описание: 🇳🇿 God Defend New Zealand - National Anthem Cover | Waitangi Day 2026

Celebrating Waitangi Day 2026 with a beautiful rendition of New Zealand's national anthem, "God Defend New Zealand" (E Ihowā Atua in Māori). This anthem represents the rich cultural heritage and unity of Aotearoa New Zealand.

🎵 ABOUT THE ANTHEM:
"God Defend New Zealand" is the national anthem of New Zealand, composed by John Joseph Woods in the 1870s. The anthem is traditionally sung in both English and Māori, reflecting New Zealand's bicultural heritage.

📅 WAITANGI DAY 2026:
Waitangi Day (Rā Whakamānawa o Waitangi) is celebrated on February 6th annually, commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. This treaty is New Zealand's founding document, establishing partnership between Māori and the British Crown.

🌏 ABOUT NEW ZEALAND:
New Zealand (Aotearoa) is a beautiful island nation in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, known for its stunning landscapes, Māori culture, All Blacks rugby, and friendly people. From the fjords of Milford Sound to the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, New Zealand is a land of natural beauty and cultural richness.

🎶 LYRICS:
[English Version]
God defend New Zealand
E Ihowā Atua
O ngā iwi mātou rā
Āta whakarangona
Me aroha noa
Kia hua ko te pai
Kia tau tō atawhai
Manaakitia mai
Aotearoa

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