Awe inspired
we stand transfixed 
in your awesome presence
silent sea cliff sentinels guarding god of the sea.
Mountains towering,
waterfalls cascading
clouds caressing,
mists enshrouding,
seals sunning.

Cathedral sanctuary
sacred circle
brooding waters depths profound
cathedral choristers
birdsong medley
tui tenors,
warbling rock wren,
flitting fantails,
kotuku coy.

What majesty. What mystery.
Oh Mitre Peak.
He taonga, he taonga, he taonga ātaahua
He taonga ātaahua rawa.  

(A treasure, a beautiful treasure, a very beautiful treasure.)