Easter Island Statues

Easter Island statues, known as Moai, are large stone carvings located on Easter Island, a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. Created by the Rapa Nui people between 1400 and 1650 AD, these statues represent ancestors and hold significant cultural importance. The Moai can weigh several tons and stand up to 33 feet tall. They were primarily made from volcanic rock and were transported from quarries to various locations on the island, often placed on stone platforms called Ahu. The statues symbolize the island's rich history and the societal hierarchy of the Rapa Nui civilization.