National symbols of New Zealand

National symbols of New Zealand are used to represent what is unique about the nation, reflecting different aspects of its cultural life and history.

Icons of New Zealand culture are almost as well known by New Zealanders and visitors as unofficial symbols.

Certain items of popular culture thought to be unique to New Zealand are also called "Kiwiana".

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The Beehive
The Beehive
Kawarau Bridge bungy
Kawarau Bridge bungy
Māori haka
Māori haka
Hei-tiki
Hei-tiki
Kiwifruit
Kiwifruit
Korukowhaiwhai
Korukowhaiwhai
Hobbiton Movie Set
Hobbiton Movie Set
Mitre Peak
Mitre Peak
Pāua
Pāua
Pavlova
Pavlova