The Moai of Easter Island: These 900 colossal stone statues, some over 30 feet tall, were carved by the Rapa Nui people between 1250 and 1500 CE. Most depict human faces with elongated features and were placed on ceremonial platforms. How the islanders moved these multi-ton figures across the island remains a mystery, though theories suggest wooden sledges, ropes, and “walking” techniques. The collapse of the Rapa Nui society, possibly due to deforestation and resource depletion, adds to the enigma. The moai’s spiritual significance and the island’s isolation deepen the fascination with this remote Pacific culture.
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