A visit to Easter island is on just about everyone's bucket list. This remote island, natively known as Rapa Nui, was annexed by Chile in 1888. Chile is 3,152 kms (2,182 miles) away. It is one of the most remote inhabited islands in the world, with mere 7,750 inhabitants.
The island is most famous for the moai, 900 carved stone heads said to have been created during the 13th to 16th centuries.The largest is Ahu Tongariki they are must-see atleast once in your life.They aren't the only thing to see and do on Easter Island.Walk along the volcanic craters, sun yourself on the beach ,and go diving off the coast near ancient stone villages.
Most of the island is now protected in Rapa Nui National Park.Easter Island was named as a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995.
There are many places which you can visit nearby Easter Island:
The only way to reach Easter Island is via LAN Airlines which flies daily to Easter Island from Santiago, Chile.
Just remember you need an extra 6-hour flight to whatever time it takes you to reach the Chilean capital, Santiago.
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