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Matariki is known as the seven sisters and the pleiades

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How far is matariki from earth?

Matariki is 450 light years and 135parsecs away from the earth


How many stars the Matariki?

Matariki is a star cluster in the constellation Taurus. It is made up of six main stars, although depending on the region and cultural beliefs, the number of stars that make up Matariki may vary.


How where the matariki stars created?

The Matariki stars, also known as the Pleiades cluster, are a group of seven stars in the Taurus constellation. According to Māori mythology, they were created by the goddess Matariki, who represents the harvest and the new year. In some traditions, Matariki is said to have gathered her children to guide the souls of the deceased, marking a time for remembrance and celebration. The rising of the Matariki stars in the winter sky signifies the beginning of a new year and the start of the planting season.


What do the china call Matariki?

In China, Matariki is often referred to as the "Seven Sisters," which is a translation of the Pleiades star cluster that Matariki represents. The term "Matariki" itself is rooted in Māori culture, referring to the Māori New Year and the rising of the Pleiades. While the specific cultural significance may differ, the connection to the stars remains a common theme in both traditions.


What are the names of the seven matariki stars?

The seven Matariki stars are: Matariki, Pōhutukawa, Waitī, Waitā, Waipuna-ā-rangi, Tupu-ā-rangi, and Ururangi. These stars are significant to the Māori people of New Zealand, marking the start of the Māori New Year.