Few places in the world have been as influenced by archaeology as Rapa Nui (Easter Island). So much so that just as the tree does not allow us to see the forest, the moai does not allow us to see the ...

New research into Rapa Nui’s past reveals a society that adapted to environmental stress rather than collapsing under it. Genetic, archaeological, and climate evidence challenge long-held beliefs ...

A newly identified drought on the Pacific island of Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, could have spurred islanders to invest fewer resources in building their legendary stone monuments.

Meanwhile, each transition is smooth and filled with vibrant energy. Participants swap their rafts for running shoes and later for swim floats, while anticipation grows and crowds cheer along Rapa Nui ...

The Tapati Rapa Nui Festival, one of the most significant cultural events in Polynesia, will take place from February 1 to February 14, 2025, on Easter Island (Rapa Nui). This annual celebration is a ...

The sun is about to break on Rapa Nui, the Polynesian island dubbed Easter Island by a Dutch seafarer in 1722. Rapa Nui’s megaliths are called moai, and 15 of them stand with their backs to the ...

Each group played a key role in the community’s identity. The moai were more than art; they were memorials to important figures. They showed the beliefs and spirit of Rapa Nui society. The effort to ...

It looked at the “ecocide” of the people of Rapa Nui, the Pacific island known in Europe and North America as Easter Island. A scientific study, published this month, has debunked Diamond’s ...

Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is a place of mystery, beauty and rich cultural heritage. This four-day itinerary will guide you through the island's most captivating sights and experiences, ...

The volcanic island of Rapa Nui has long been shrouded in mystery. European sailors first arrived on its shores on Easter Sunday in 1722, giving it its colloquial name: Easter Island. It covers ...