Easter Island, Island in Pacific Ocean
Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, called moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people.
The island became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
The relics of the ancient Polynesian culture are the main attraction that draws travelers to this remote island.
The 'birdman' competition was an important ritual on Easter Island for fulfilling leadership roles.
Easter Island is one of the most remotely inhabited poleis in the world.
Location: Rapa Nui Commune
Population: 7750
Elevation above the sea: 242 m
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Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, called moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people.
Moai are monolithic human figures carved by the Rapa Nui people on Easter Island in eastern Polynesia.
Rapa Nui National Park is a protected wildlife area located on Easter Island, which belongs to Chile.
Rano Kau is a 324 m (1,063 ft) tall shield volcano forming the southwestern headland of Easter Island.
Ahu Akivi is a central landmark of Easter Island's cultural heritage.
Anakena is a beautiful beach characterized by its white coral sand and palm trees.
Poike is one of the three main extinct volcanoes that form Easter Island.
Ahu Vinapu includes one of the largest ahu on Easter Island.
Terevaka is the highest point on Easter Island and part of the Rapa Nui National Park.
Hare paenga are the boat-shaped houses once common on Easter Island.
