The seven Māori canoes, or "waka," that are traditionally recognized in New Zealand's history are: Aotea, Takitimu, Te Arawa, Tainui, Ngatokimatawhaorua, Kurahaupō, and Mataatua. Each of these waka is associated with specific tribal groups and carries significant cultural and historical importance for the Māori people. They are believed to have brought the ancestors of the Māori to New Zealand from Hawaiki, their mythical homeland.
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