Story: Auckland places

Pūhoi shrine (1st of 2)

Pūhoi shrine

The Catholic heritage of Pūhoi, settled by immigrants from Bohemia, is highlighted in this roadside shrine – an unusual feature in New Zealand – where people can say a prayer.

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Photograph by Jock Phillips

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Margaret McClure, 'Auckland places - Whangaparāoa', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/16063/puhoi-shrine (accessed 26 April 2024)

Story by Margaret McClure, updated 5 Aug 2016