6. Easter Island - Where Giants Walked

Fall of Civilizations Podcast by Fall of Civilizations Podcast

Jun 29, 201901:43:45Society & Culture

On one of the world’s most isolated islands, hundreds of vast stone statues lie mouldering in the grass. In this episode, we take a look at one of archaeology’s most enduring puzzles: the mystery of Easter Island. Find o...

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