As you may know, the Polynesian discovery and settlement of the Marquesas Isles, represents one of humanity's momentous achievements. And this discovery, around 2000 years ago, was only the beginning. By the time Captain Cook reached these shores, Marquesan chiefdoms were distinguished by their monumental architecture, elaborate art, and a religious system in which important ceremonies demanded human sacrifices. If you want to know more about Archeology in the Marquesas Islands, please
visit this link , at the University of Hawai.
This is a stone engraved picture of the Tipaerui valley in Tahiti
