Ahu

An "Ahu" is a traditional stone monument built by the ancient Polynesian people of Easter Island, called the Rapa Nui. It serves as a platform to support and display moai statues, which are large carved stone figures representing ancestors or important figures. Ahu are carefully constructed with tightly fitted stones and often function as ceremonial sites, symbolizing respect for ancestors and spiritual beliefs. These monuments are significant cultural and historical symbols, reflecting the island’s artistry, social organization, and religious practices.