Standing silently against an immense Pacific sky, the moai of Rapa Nui are among the most recognizable monuments ever created. Their long faces, powerful brows, prominent noses, and monumental proportions have inspired centuries of fascination. Images of the statues appear in documentaries, movies, advertisements, souvenirs, and American tiki décor around the world. Yet the real …
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Apr 19
The Rich History of Tiki Culture
Dim lights glow behind woven shades. Bamboo covers the walls. Glass fishing floats hang from the ceiling beside ropes, carved figures, tropical plants, and mysterious objects collected from distant places. Somewhere in the room, a vibraphone plays beneath the sound of running water. Then an elaborate tropical drink arrives in an unusual ceramic mug. For …