Easter Island - Orongo Ceremonial Village

The Orongo Ceremonial Village is perched above the Rano Kau crater lake, on the crater wall. The site, which was the ceremonial village of a bird cult, was active in the 18th and 19th centuries. The village looks out over the ocean and offshore islands. It has been partially restored and is open to visitors.

Boulders in the area display petroglyphs, with bird-like carvings. A nearby trail leads down into the crater.