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One of the most baffling and fascinating islands is Easter Island. In fact, among all the vanished civilizations, none has evoked as much skepticism and speculation as the Easter Island-the Pacific Island of Rapa Nui. Standing alone from the rest of the world, Easter Island is located in the Pacific Ocean, thousands of kilometers away from the coast of Chile. Traditionally Easter Island is known as 'Te Pito o Te Henua', meaning 'The Center of the World' or 'Navel of the World'.
The most striking feature of this isolated island is its giant stone men. Most of the anthropologists and historians are amazed to see stone men of Easter Island who have endured the changes and degradations over the years. In fact, it seems as if these men are standing as a testimony to the fact that nothing is permanent in this world. Death is inevitable. Indeed, they beckon the world to see that with passage of time even they will become extinct like their civilization, culture and people.
The history of Easter Island dates back to million of years. It is an island of lost culture and civilization. The two major reasons of its destruction were improper farming and increased population. Indeed, white men have done major harm to its flora and fauna. This pacific island received its name from a Dutch seaman called Jacob Roggeveen. He landed on this island on the auspicious occasion of Easter Sunday, on 5th April 1722 and hence, named it Easter Island. The famous stone monoliths of this island are known as 'Moai'.
Easter Island has become a massive holiday spot these days. You will be simply mesmerized with the elaborate caves, white sand beaches, extinct volcanic craters and different ceremonial sites. Easter Island is known worldwide to offer its visitors an ideal place for adventure. You can take a glimpse into the leftovers of the lost culture in the form of dance, music, art of Rapa Nui (natives of Easter Island) and its delicious cuisine.
So, what are you waiting for? Pack your baggage and head towards Easter Island, an island, which is in constant metamorphosis. Take a peek-a-boo into this island with .
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