Ahu Tahai

This is a group of altars that were used for ceremonies, located 1.5 km from Hanga Roa. It is the best restored archeological site near to the city. It consists of three ahu; Kote Riku in the north, Tahai in the center and Vai Uri in the south, you can see the foundation of a house made ​​of an upturned boat, and a stone structure with thick walls, Hare Maoa. The latter is said to have been used as a chicken house and Paina, or ceremonial site. There is also a fireplace dug into the earth which was used for cooking meals. There are other caves with stone walls and eight entrance tunnels.

How Much Do We Love This Place?

The Good

• Unique place
• A lot of mysteries and great culture
• The great Rapa Nui Statues
• Beautiful Landscapes
• During Tapati festival you can experience the Rapa Nui culture

The Bad

• It can get crowded during the summer months
• There are few good hotels
• Is a expensive destination

Somewhere Special To Stay

HOTEL	FROM	iCATEGORY
Altiplanico	350 USD
Explora	2280 USD
Gomero Hotel	192 USD
Otai Hotel	129 USD