Scientists prove moai statues walked using rocking motion

9 Mwezi wa kumi, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI

Researchers have confirmed that ancient Rapa Nui villagers moved massive moai statues upright using ropes and a rocking technique. Experiments with replicas and 3D models demonstrate the feasibility of this method, resolving a centuries-old mystery. The findings highlight the ingenuity of the island's people with limited resources.