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May 7, 2024 · Orongo is a ceremonial village that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. This archaeological site is renowned for its stone constructions and petroglyphs carved into volcanic rock, which narrate the Birdman ceremony story.
May 5, 2024 · Orongo Built between the crater of Rano Kau and the cliffs overlooking the Pacific ocean, is the small ceremonial village of Orongo. The site has a row of beautifully restored stone houses and excellent views of both the ocean and volcano crater.
Apr 19, 2024 · If you still have your rented vehicle, you can easily reach the lookout point and see the entire crater from the top. Also, be sure to go further and visit the Orongo village, a ceremonial village and a center of the Birdman cult back in the day. You can also visit the crater as part of an organized tour from Hanga Roa.
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Apr 18, 2024 · If you like hiking and learning about distant cultures, a Rapa Nui trip could be your dream vacation. My group’s longest hike was about five miles. We climbed up to the top of Rano Kau volcano and gazed down at the lake inside. We also saw the famous cliffs at Orongo, former site of the Birdman Cult.
May 1, 2024 · Officially, these are the 13 sites that National Park actively manages. You can visit all of these more than once with the exception of Orongo and Rano Raraku in order to protect the most fragile parts of the island: Orongo – You can only visit once ; Vinapū; Vaihū; Akahaŋa (Akahanga) Rano Raraku – You can only visit once; Ahu Toŋariki ...
Apr 25, 2024 · In fact, a Moai was found in the same location of the Birdman competitions, Orongo. These competitions were developed to help divide resources on the island and prevent more internal fighting. The Birdman competitions were stopped after the arrival and settlement of the Europeans in the mid 1800s who were imposing their power and religion on ...
1 day ago · From here, you'll get a 360-degree view of the island and an up-close look at the round crater lake and other geological features. Continue to the nearby village of Orongo, the ceremonial center of the island's Birdman cult. The kids will be fascinated to learn about the annual competition to be chief, and you'll find spectacular petroglyphs ...
