7New Zealand – Maori Face Tattoos (Ta Moko)

The indigenous Maori people of New Zealand practice “Ta Moko,” a form of facial tattooing representing ancestry, identity, and social status.

For Maori women, having a tattoo on the chin (moko kauae) is a sign of beauty and cultural pride. These tattoos are significant and are still an important tradition today.

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