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"El Gigante" and the Stone Moai of Easter Island

The largest stone Moai on Easter Island.

Easter Island, Chile

Orongo

This was once the center of the Birdman cult, and is now a World Heritage Site.

Easter Island, Chile

The Navel of the World

This large round boulder is said to emit spiritual power, but it may just be magnets.

Easter Island, Chile

Pu o Hiro (Hiro's Trumpet)

In the Middle Ages villagers would sound this stone trumpet to boost fertility and coax fish to shore.

Easter Island, Chile

Mataveri International Airport

The world's most remote airport.

Easter Island, Chile

Ana Kai Tangata (Cannibal Cave)

The ominously named cave is home to some remarkable ancient art.

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