A trip to Tongariki was magnificent! We learned the history of Rapa Nui’s largest Ahu and explored its surroundings.
What a thrilling experience!!
Moi, gigantic and mysterious statues of stone located in Easter Island,
Chilean territory, are a Cultural Heritage of Humanity.The fifteen Moai of Ahu Tongariki were toppled in the 17th century, it is
believed as a result of tribal warfare. The statues were struck by misfortune
again in May 1960, when an earthquake caused a tsunami that scattered the
statues and altars from their bases.In October 1992, in accordance with the agreement signed between the
Government of the Republic of Chile and the Moi Restoration Committee of
Japan, the project to restore the Moai of Ahu Tongariki was initiated.
This work was finished in 1996, thanks to the cooperation of Chilean and
Japanese archaeologists, as well as the people of Easter Island.1996
The Government of the Republic of Chile
Moi Restoration Committee, Japan
There are 15 Moai on the platform.
This one is Number 16 and did not make it to the platform.
The surrounding area was stunning!
Happy Travels!
Jackie is “Mom” to one amazing son, an IT professional and an obsessed traveller. She spends her time reading, golfing at Ladies League and implementing software projects. Jackie has travelled to all 7 continents and 93 countries and is always planning the next destination and adventure!
Awesome stories you have written like I said before the islands history is amazing !!!