Orongo Collection

Orongo Village, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Orongo, mystical stonecarvings
Orongo on Isla de Pascua. It is a ruined ceremonial village and it has World Heritage status

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Mata Ngarau, ceremonial £entreՠof Orongo.where birdman cult festivities were held. Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile Date:

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Mata Ngarau, ceremonial £entreՠof Orongo.where birdman cult festivities were held. Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile Date:

Orongo Crater, Rano Kau, Rapa Nui National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Easter Island (Isla de Pascua), Chile, South America

One of 53 stone masonry houses at Orongo, a stone village and Birdman ceremonial site at the southwestern tip of Easter Island, Rapa Nui National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Greece, Thessaly, Trikala, Meteora, Saint Stephens Monastery
Greece - Thessaly - Trikala - Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1988) - Agios Stephanos (Saint Stephen) Monastery, 14th century

Hoa Hakananai (Stolen or Hidden Friend) Orongo, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Polynesia, AD c1000, famous for its stone statues of human figures, known as moai

Chile, Easter Island, Rapa-Nui National Park (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1995)
Chile, Easter Island. Rapa-Nui National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1995). The site of Orongo and the islets of Motu Kao Kao, Motu Iti and Motu Nui

CHILE. VALPARAISO. Petroglyphs depicting the bird man and the creator god Makemake, near the Orongo cave, ceremonial place. Petroglyph

Petroglyphs at the archeological site of Orongo Ceremonial village high on the crater rim of Ranu Kau, Rapa Nui (Easter Island), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chile, South America

Orongo, Rano Kau, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, South America

Petroglyphs with birdman images beside lake in crater, Orongo, Easter Island, Chile, South America

Lake in crater, Orongo, Easter Island, Chile, South America

Close-up of the Bird Man petroglyph at Orongo ceremonial village on crater rim of Rano Kau on Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, Pacific, South America

Birdman Petroglyphs at Orongo, the ceremonial village on Ranocau Crater rim; bird islands offshore are Motu Kao Kao, Motu Iti and Motu Nui, Easter Island, Chile

Birdman petroglyphs at Orongo ceremonial village on rim of crater Rano Kau, offshore lie bird islands of Motu Kao Kao, Motu Iri and Motu Nui, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

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Orongo Village: A Mystical Stonecarving Haven on Easter Island Nestled within the breathtaking Rapa Nui National Park on Easter Island, Chile, lies the enchanting Orongo Village. This captivating site is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this remote island in South America. With its 53 stone masonry houses, Orongo Village stands as a remarkable example of ancient architectural prowess. Each structure tells a story of the indigenous people who once called this place home. As you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can't help but be awestruck by the intricate carvings adorning these houses. At the southwestern tip of Easter Island, Orongo served as a ceremonial site for an intriguing tradition known as Birdman. The villagers believed that through rigorous competitions and rituals held here at Orongo Crater in Rano Kau, they could determine their leader for the upcoming year. This mystical practice involved daring individuals swimming across treacherous waters to retrieve an egg from a nearby islet and secure victory. The significance of these stonecarvings becomes even more apparent when one considers their connection to Rapa Nui's history and mythology. These masterpieces depict various deities and symbols representing fertility, protection, and ancestral spirits - all integral aspects of Polynesian culture. As you wander through Orongo Village amidst awe-inspiring landscapes adorned with volcanic craters and lush greenery, it's impossible not to feel transported back in time. The air seems charged with spiritual energy that lingers from centuries past. Visiting Orongo offers an opportunity for travelers to immerse themselves in both natural beauty and cultural exploration simultaneously. It serves as a reminder that our world holds countless hidden gems like this mysterious village – places where history intertwines seamlessly with nature's wonders.