Easter Island

It is one of the most isolated islands in the world but 1200 years ago a double-hulled canoe filled with seafarers from a distant culture landed upon its shores. Over the centuries that followed a remarkable society developed in isolation on the island. For reasons still unknown they began carving giant statues out of volcanic rock. These monuments, known, as "moai" are some of the most incredible ancient relics ever discovered. The people of Easter Island called themselves the Rapa Nui. Where did they come from and why did they disappear? Or maybe aliens from the outter space played a role on the making of the statues. Because it is impossible for people to carry such big rocks and carved them nicely. Scientist has learned much about the enigma of Easter Island and has put to rest some of the more bizarre theories, but questions and controversies remain.

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