Te Puia is the cultural and geothermal heart of Rotorua, home to the legendary Pōhutu Geyser - the largest active geothermal geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. This natural wonder erupts up to 30 meters into the air, up to 20 times daily. The site also houses the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where you can watch traditional wood carvers and weavers at work. Experience powerful Haka performances and Māori songs in the carved meeting house. Visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre to see New Zealand's iconic nocturnal bird. Guided tours explain the deep cultural significance of this sacred place.