Categoría: Science
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Moai Kava Kava: An encounter with the unexpected
If you ever walk into a house, museum or workshop on Rapa Nui, you might come across a thin wooden figure, with clearly marked ribs and a deep stare. It’s the Moai Kava Kava, one of the most iconic and mysterious carved figures of Rapanui art. Unlike the large stone moai that face the sea,…
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Ahu Akivi: a magical corner in the heart of Rapa Nui
Hello, travelers from Easter Island Travel! Today we invite you to discover a very special place in the interior of Rapa Nui: Ahu Akivi. This ceremonial platform, surrounded by green hills and volcanoes, is a space where history, astronomy, and legend intertwine in a unique way. Ahu Akivi stands out because its moai seem to…
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The Volcanic Origins of Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
How Did Rapa Nui Emerge? A story that began beneath the sea When you arrive on Rapa Nui that small, remote island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, it’s easy to forget that its story began deep underwater. Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is entirely volcanic. It was born from submarine eruptions…
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Orongo Petroglyphs in 3D: Explore the Rock Art of Easter Island
Discover Orongo, the ancient ceremonial village of Rapa Nui, where stone holds hundreds of petroglyphs depicting rituals, gods, and the mysteries of the Birdman. A sacred site facing the ocean, now also preserved in 3D thanks to digital technology.
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Rapa Nui: 10 Fascinating Facts About Easter Island and Its Moai
Discover Rapa Nui, Easter Island—its moai statues, volcanoes, beaches, and ancestral culture—in these 10 surprising facts that unveil its history and secrets.