The traditional “Compass Rock” is one of the many tribal landmarks hidden in the Maungaroa Valley, which points directly to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Further north, near the reef in the lagoon, is a rock named “Toka-i-papa-na’a,” where traditional navigators would align their vaka to this rock before setting sail to Aotearoa. It is said that for centuries, budding voyaging canoe navigators were brought here to sight along this pointer. At certain times of the year, the in-line stars were followed t

Footage of a traditional Chinese feng shui compass (luopan), showing detailed markings and symbols, representing geomancy, orientation, and Chinese cultural tradition.

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