Lion Rock, Piha
The view is from North Piha beach towards the south, with Lion Rock straight ahead (101m high), the rocky outcrop of the Nun to the far right and Camel Rock (Taitomo Island) just to the left of the Nun. In brilliant sunshine – absolute bliss!
Find more weekend reflections at James’ Newtown Area Photo.
More Piha pictures.
Pou Whenua: Te Piha (Lion Rock)
Lion Rock (te piha) is the dominant feature of Piha (picture below) on Auckland’s West Coast. It used to be possible to go right to the top, but the path has deterorated and now it is closed off about halfway up. At this point one finds a stone bench and this pou whenua. Catrin, a Piha resident, was up there taking in the atmosphere of the place and the sunshine, when she got disturbed by my arrival.
Below is a view of Piha with Lion Rock in the foreground, taken early this year. The pou whenua is just above the slip visible on the rock.
Piha Beach
A tiled information plaque contains the following text (explanations of Maori terms added):
“This carved pou [=pole] is a guardian. It symbolises the mana whenua [=customary authority] of Te Kawerau a Maki, the Tangata Whenua [=people of the land] and recognises the importance of Te Piha and the surrounding area. It was unveiled by Te Kawerau a Maki, Auckland Regional Council and the local community.
The pou is dedicated to the memory of Ngati Tangiaro Taua, as this was one of her favourite places.
Why not sit for a while like Ngati Tangiaro Taua, to enjoy the view and allow the wairua [=spirit] of Piha to wash over you.”
Beach Walk: Piha
We featured this walk along Piha beach twice already: here and here. In this picture we are closer to the northern end of the beach, and the light has changed, producing an almost black-and-white picture straight out of the camera. The present version emphasises this mood by removing colour completely, and increasing the contrast.
For more black and white images check out Dragonstar’s Weekend in Black and White.
Sunday Afternoon at Piha Beach
From last Sunday’s walk along Piha beach. looking almost directly into the sun.
A Skywatch Friday photo. More Skywatch images at the Skywatch Site!
At Piha Beach
Choreographed and shot by Mrs H. At the end of a beautiful Sunday afternoon walk the length of Piha beach and back. Glorious!
Fishing from the Rocks (Piha)
On a nice day, surrounded by glorious scenery and the pounding of waves — and the prospect of a tasty meal …
The gulls are never too far away.
Fishing from the Rocks (Piha)
Walking to the Gap (Piha)
Walking to the gap is one of the staple activities when going to Piha, especially when the tide is out. These two seem to enjoy the imposing walls of conglomerate as well as each other’s company.
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