Easter Island Feb 2020

The most iconic stand of Moai, especially at the time of the year when the sun rises directly behind them We arrived at Ahu Tongariki in complete darkness to watch as it happened

Looking back from the shore, we can see the remains of an ancient Rapa Nui village below the volcano

We both were taking all kinds of pictures from multiple angles

Here Comes the Sun!



The few people in the photo provide a sense of the enormous size of the statues













These aren't Moai, just a group of tourists

Sunrise from a different angle













We stayed at this location long after sunrise for a very important reason


Only when the sun is in a particular position can you see the petroglyphs that remain from the native village




	The remains of a native dwelling

We returned with our guide mid day for more information and different perspectives

Including this photo - Note: we are nowhere near the Moai, it is just a matter of perspective. We respect the rules


Sebastian provided more detail of the Moai from different angles, front and back