World Cultural Landmarks By: Ms.Iwasaki 6 th Grade Teacher 2015-16 Definition of Landmark (noun): a highly recognizable . . .
World Cultural Landmarks
Jan 18, 2018
Moais (12) The ancient volcanic statues surround the perimeter of the Chilean-Polynesian island called Easter Island. These statues represent deceased ancestors in the form of oversized monolithic heads and are believed to protect from destruction and famine. The physical feat of moving the statues weighing hundreds of tons & standing up to 70 feet tall is considered remarkable.
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World Cultural Landmarks
By: Ms.Iwasaki6th Grade Teacher 2015-16
Definition of Landmark (noun): a highly recognizable . . .
Moais (12)
• The ancient volcanic statues surround the perimeter of the Chilean-Polynesian island called Easter Island.
• These statues represent deceased ancestors in the form of oversized monolithic heads and are believed to protect from destruction and famine.
• The physical feat of moving the statues weighing hundreds of tons & standing up to 70 feet tall is considered remarkable.
Machu Picchu (17)
• The 15th century citadel Machu Picchu is located in Peru, South America and is acknowledged as a unique testimony of the Incan empire.
• Believed to be sacred, Macchu Picchu means “Old Peak” and sits about 8,000 feet above sea level hidden from Spanish conquer.
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