Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, is renowned for its towering stone statues and Polynesian culture. But this remote island has endured centuries of formidable challenges - from slavery and disease to the COVID-19 pandemic. 101 East correspondent Eric Campbell travelled to Rapa Nui to find out how its people have survived against the odds, and why they believe their story offers vital lessons for a more sustainable future. WATCH: aje.io/rapanui | 101 East - Al Jazeera
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Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, is renowned for its towering stone statues and Polynesian culture. But this remote island has endured centuries of formidable challenges - from slavery and disease to the COVID-19 pandemic. 101 East correspondent Eric Campbell travelled to Rapa Nui to find out how its people have survived against the odds, and why they believe their story offers vital lessons for a more sustainable future. WATCH: aje.io/rapanui | 101 East - Al Jazeera
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The Moai were created by the Rapa Nui people from the 13th to 16th centuries on Easter Island. They ingeniously moved these massive statues by rocking them with ropes, allowing them to “walk” to their destinations. This method highlights their advanced understanding of physics, managing to transport these figures for ceremonial purposes without any modern machinery. | Historyinmemes
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