STOP 13: THE SACRED MARAE
Where the ancestors speak to the living
Spiritual Roots of Polynesia
Hidden within the lush vegetation, you will find the Ancient Marae. These stone platforms were the heart of social and religious life in pre-European Polynesia. Here, chiefs were crowned, offerings were made to the gods, and important community decisions were taken.
Walking among these weathered stones, you can feel the profound spiritual energy that still lingers. Our guides will explain the significance of the different structures and share the legends of the high priests who once walked this sacred ground.
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