The Easter Island Moai are large stone statues located on Easter Island, a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. These iconic figures were carved by the Rapa Nui people between 1400 and 1650 CE. The Moai represent ancestors and are believed to hold spiritual significance, symbolizing the power and authority of the island's leaders. Each Moai is characterized by its oversized head, which can be about one-third the size of the entire statue. Made from volcanic rock, many of these statues were placed on stone platforms called Ahu, which served as burial sites for important individuals. The Moai continue to fascinate visitors and researchers alike.