Its first Western visitor was Jacob Roggeveen, and James Cook described a war on this island.
The native population of this island has traditionally divided itself into "long-ear" and "short-ear" groups. Its first Western visitor was Jacob Roggeveen, and James Cook described a war on this island. Much of this island is made up of tuff, a type of volcanic rock, and its lakes include Rano Kao and Rano Aroi. Its highest point is Mount Terakava, and its largest town is Hanga Roa. Its traditional writing system is called Rongo-Rongo, which can be found on the ahu platforms that hold the most notable remnants of its original inhabitants. For 10 points, name this Pacific island controlled by Chile, notable for its large moai statues.
The native population of this island has traditionally divided itself into "long-ear" and "short-ear" groups.
{Easter} Island (or {Rapa Nui} or {Isla} de {Pascua})