History of Polynesian Navigation through Astronomy

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Hokule'a - modern replica of ancient canoe

double hulled

triangular sails

hull carved from whole logs

sails weaved from flax or pandanus matting

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Canoe Construction

Petroglyph of canoe, found on Easter Island.

The double-hull design was popular throughout Polynesia.

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Conclusion

0 na hoku no na kiu o ka lani .

"The stars are the eyes of heaven."

Polynesians were master navigators whose deep understanding of the sky was intricately connected to values of exploration, vision, and harmonious living.

Their extraordinary accomplishments stand as a testament to the power of the human mind and spirit.

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For more information .

Polynesian Voyaging Society- http://leahi.kcc.hawaii.edu/org/pvs/

Sharp, Andrew. Ancient Voyagers in the Pacific. Penguin Books. London: 1957.

Gladwin, Thomas. East Is a Big Bird. Harvard University Press. Cambridge, Massachussetts: 1970.