Rapa Nui National Park

Rapa Nui National Park, located on Easter Island (Rapa Nui), is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its archaeological sites and impressive moai statues—massive stone figures carved by the island's Polynesian inhabitants. The park covers about 40 square kilometers and protects unique cultural, geological, and biological features crucial to understanding Polynesian history and island ecology. It combines natural landscapes with ancient human-made structures, offering insights into Polynesian ingenuity and environmental adaptation. The park is managed to preserve its archaeological significance while allowing sustainable tourism and local community engagement.