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Puna Pau Puna Pau is a small crater of red scoria, where the ‘topknots: that crowned the heads of numerous moai were quarried and sculptured. Tepahu Caves Also known as Banana caves, these are among the largest in the island. It is worth detour on the way back to see the Cave of Two Windows. Ahu Akivi Ahu Akivi is a well preserved platform of seven moai. Nearby are several significant stone columns that, according to the position of the sun during the summer solstice, bear testimony to the islanders’ mastery of astronomy. Vinapu At Vinapu are the ruins of the three ahu, one of which bears resemblance to Machu picchu’s stone masonry. Rano Raraku Rano Raraku is a grassy sloped volcano situated on the southeastern side of the osland. This is an extraordinary site of the huge nursery where the moai were sculptured. Over 100 nearly finished moai can be viewed. Rano Kau The Rano Kau volcanic cone rises on the western tip of the island. Its giant crater is a veritable amphitheatre surrounded by vegetation and almost 30 small lakes. It is worth a visit to the ceremonial site of Orongo with its stone oval houses. Ahu Tongariki The islands largest ahu – with 15 colossal statues, and arguably the most impressive spectacle on Easter island. Anakena Beach With its sparkling white sand and crystal clear water, this beautiful palm fringed beach is the most famous on the island. |
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Local weather is buffered by a cool ocean current which keeps the
average annual temperature just over 70 degrees. Some level of rain
falls over 200 days a year. |
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Local currency is the Chilean Peso ($). Coins are in $100, $50, $10, $5
and $1 peso values. Bills are printed in denominations of $10,000,
$5,000, $2000, $1000 and $500. Normally accepted credit cards include:
American Express, Diners, Master Card and Visa. Travellers cheques may
be changed at exchange houses and hotels. Money may be exchanged at
some airports, hotels, banks, and exchange houses Changing houses are
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ACCOMODATION Easter Island has 10 hotels and 30 hostels or guesthouses. Private home stays are a great way to experience the local culture. AIRPORT Mataveri International airport is a few minutes drive from downtown Hanga Roa. ARTS & CRAFT Carved wood and stone crafts can be bought at the Asrt Market (mercado artesania) in Hanga Roa. EATING OUT Sophisticated food is hard to find, however the fresh local produce is excellent, and freshly caught lobster is abundant in the restaurants. FESTIVAL Each year, from late January through February, the islanders celebrate Tapati Rapa Nui, a festival honoring Polenesian Cultural Heritage. HANGA ROA The main township of Hanga Roa is home to almost the entire population of 3000. LANGUAGE The local languages Rapa Nui and Spanish are mostly spoken, along with English, frech and German. MONEY The local currency is the Chilean peso. The US dollar is a strong recommendation for ease of exchange. SPORTS Crystal Clear waters provides tremendous visibility for snorkelling and diving. TRANSPORT The island small surface makes it easy for exploration. Various hire options are available including jeeps, vans, horses, mountain bikes. WEATHER The island enjoys a mild subtropical climate year round averaging at about 19 degrees C. |
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