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Kakahu lime kiln

Kakahu lime kiln, built in 1882, New Zealand

The lime kiln at Kakahu was built in 1882. Local limestone was placed in the kiln and burnt between layers of wood. The lime was then used as mortar and to fertilise soils.

Rights: New Zealand Historic Places Trust – Pouhere Taonga
Published:09 October 2012Size: 78.57 KB