Image: Avara Moody | DOC
Kawarau Suspension Bridge.
Tohu Whenua: Landmarks that tell our stories
Sites chosen as Tohu Whenua tell the tales of New Zealand’s past and connect visitors to our unique stories and places. They combine culture and heritage with beautiful natural settings.

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Tohu Whenua are the places that have shaped Aotearoa New Zealand. Located in stunning landscapes and rich with stories, they offer some of our best heritage experiences.

The sites featured below are Tohu Whenua places managed by DOC. You can also discover Tohu Whenua sites in:

Programme partners

Tohu Whenua is a partnership between Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture & Heritage, Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai and Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, with support from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and Te Puni Kokiri.