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The Smiling Tikis consist of multiple stone figures carved with distinct expressions, positioned near walking paths in the Marquesas Islands terrain.

These tikis date back several centuries and represent the spiritual practices of ancient Polynesians who inhabited the Marquesas Islands before European contact.

The stone sculptures demonstrate traditional Marquesan carving techniques, with each figure displaying characteristic large heads and folded arms across their bodies.

Visitors can reach the tikis by following marked trails from Atuona, with local guides available to explain their historical context and significance.

The Smiling Tikis retain their original six-fingered hands, a rare feature among Polynesian sculptures that survived colonial periods.

Location: Atuona

Location: Hiva Oa

Address: 6X5R+F7V, Hiva Oa, French Polynesia Hiva Oa Hiva Oa

GPS coordinates: -9.79161,-139.00972

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:29