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Hanga Roa is the main town, harbor, and capital of Easter Island, a territory of Chile. Situated on the island's west coast, it is the island's economic and social hub, home to nearly 90% of its inhabitants. Tourists visit Hanga Roa as the starting point for exploring the island's archaeological wonders, including the famous moai statues, Rano Raraku quarry, and the Rapa Nui National Park. Due to its isolation in the southeastern Pacific Ocean, Hanga Roa has a unique Polynesian culture intertwined with Chilean influences.

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Aventura en la Isla de Pascua

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Hanga Roa Ahu Akahanga Ahu Tongariku Rano Raraku Ahu Te Pito Kura Anakena Ahu Akivi Ana Kakenga

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Points of interest

Ahu Tongariki

Ahu Tongariki is the largest Ahu on Easter Island, located near the Rano Raraku quarry. The site consists of a stone platform where 15 moai statues stand, making it the most iconic and significant site within Hanga Roa. The history of these statues is tied to the island's early Polynesian settlers and their unique culture and beliefs. The Ahu was toppled by a tsunami in 1960 but has since been restored, showcasing the combined efforts of Chilean and Japanese archaeologists.

Rano Raraku

Rano Raraku is a volcanic crater located on the lower slopes of Terevaka in the Rapa Nui National Park on Easter Island. It served as the main quarry for the island's iconic moai statues. Over 400 moai can still be found in various stages of completion at the site, providing significant insights into the methods used by the Rapanui to carve and transport these colossal figures. The landscape is dotted with these partially carved statues, some standing upright and others partially buried, making it a compelling location for understanding the island's cultural and historical heritage.

Ahu Tahai

Ahu Tahai is an archaeological complex located near Hanga Roa on Easter Island and is part of the Rapa Nui National Park. The site comprises three Ahu platforms, with moai statues standing on top. Of particular note is the moai on Ahu Ko Te Riku, which has restored eyes, providing a glimpse into what the statues might have looked like in ancient times. Ahu Tahai provides invaluable insights into the island's early inhabitants and their architectural ingenuity, making it a vital stop for anyone interested in the rich cultural history of Easter Island.

Puna Pau

Puna Pau is a small red scoria quarry located in the crater of an extinct volcanoe in the Rapa Nui National Park on Easter Island. It is the source of the Pukao, the 'topknots' or hats, that were placed on top of some moai statues. The quarry offers a rare opportunity to see where these distinctive features originated and provides insights into the ancient Rapanui culture and their advanced quarrying and crafting techniques. The site, surrounded by lush greenery, also offers stunning views of the island's natural landscape.