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Ahu Tongariki ( Spanish pronunciation: [ˈa.u toŋɡaˈɾiki]) is the largest ahu on Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Its moais were toppled during the island's civil wars, and in the twentieth century the ahu was swept inland by a tsunami.
Learn about the history, restoration and significance of Ahu Tongariki, the symbol of Rapa Nui culture and the largest megalithic monument in Polynesia. See photos and tips for visiting this impressive site with 15 moai statues and petroglyphs.
Learn about the history and restoration of Ahu Tongariki, the biggest ahu platform with 15 moai statues on Easter Island. See photos, tips and how to get there from the main road.
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Ahu Tongariki is one of the first and oldest Ahus on Rapa Nui, with a history of burials, wars and natural disasters. Learn about its restoration, cultural significance and how to visit it with Maururu Travel.
May 16, 2023 · Ahu Tongariki is a cultural and archaeological site on Easter Island, where 15 massive stone statues, known as moai, stand along a ceremonial platform. Learn about the history, restoration, and significance of this ancient Polynesian marvel and enjoy the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
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L'Ahu est situé au bord de la baie d'Hotuiti, dans la partie orientale de l'île, à l'ouest de la péninsule du Poike. Il est accessible par des routes carrossable depuis Hanga-Roa. Il est également situé à proximité du volcan Rano Raraku dont les flancs abritent la carrière de Moaïs.
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Ahu Tongariki is the largest Ahu on Rapa Nui, with 15 Moais standing and watching over the land. The first human occupation of this area of the Island is thought to date back to 900AD, and Ahu Tongariki is thought to be one of the first Ahus ever made, though it underwent significant modifications and extensions as the population grew.
