Orongo (Rapa Nui: Oroŋo) is a stone village and ceremonial center at the southwestern tip of Rapa Nui (Easter Island). It consists of a collection of low, sod-covered, windowless, round …

The ceremonial village of Orongo is one of the most interesting and spectacular archaeological sites on Easter Island. Here an ancient ritual that still inspires the competitions of the Tapati …

Feb 2, 2025 · Set between the sprawling crater of Rano Kau and the plunging cliffs of Easter Island’s southwest coast, is the small ceremonial village of Orongo. Orongo is a much different …

Orongo (or 'Oroŋo in Rapa Nui writing) is the ceremonial village used by the Rapa Nui people during the birdman era. It's located on the brink of the volcano Rano Kau, looking out towards …

Orongo is perched on a narrow ridge, with the crater of the Rano Kau volcano on one side and cliffs that fall 300 meters to the sea on the other. The site contains dozens of petroglyphs and …

Sep 26, 2024 · You'll learn about the origins of Orongo, the Birdman cult, and their annual death-defying competitions to choose new leaders. You'll also discover why the cult and its rituals …

Jan 28, 2013 · From Rano Kau, it’s a 15-minute walk to Orongo, where historic stone dwellings cling to the side of the cliff overlooking the ocean and the site of the Birdman Competition.

The Ceremonial Village of Orongo is one of the most spectacular, must see locations in Rapa Nui. Just the setting of the village itself sets it apart from anything else. It is located on the rim of …

Explore the charms Orongo Indigenous peoples and ethno-tourism Marvel at the local culture in Rapa Nui, their fascinating stories and traditions reflected in festivities such as Tapati, music, …

Perched 300m above, on the edge of the crater wall on one side and abutting a vertical drop plunging down to the cobalt-blue ocean on the other side, Orongo Ceremonial Village boasts …