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Isla de Pascua
Flag of Isla de Pascua
Flag
Emblem
Coat of arms
Easter Island map showing Terevaka, Poike, Rano Kau, Motu Nui, Orongo, and Mataveri; major ahus are marked with moai
Easter Island map showing Terevaka, Poike, Rano Kau, Motu Nui, Orongo, and Mataveri; major ahus are marked with moai
Isla de Pascua is located in Pacific Ocean
Isla de Pascua
Isla de Pascua
Location in Pacific Ocean
Country Chile
Region Valparaíso
Province Isla de Pascua
Seat Hanga Roa
Government
 • Type Municipality
 • Body Municipal council
Area
 • Total 163.6 km2 (63.2 sq mi)
Highest elevation
507 m (1,663 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2017 census)
 • Total 7,750
 • Density 47.37/km2 (122.69/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−6 (CLT)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−5 (CLST)
Country Code +56
Currency Peso (CLP)
Language Spanish, Rapa Nui
Driving side right
Website http://www.municipalidaddeisladepascua.cl
NGA UFI=-905269

Isla de Pascua, also known as Easter Island, is a special part of Chile. It's like a big town or district, and it's the only one in its province. This area includes the famous Easter Island and a smaller island called Isla Salas y Gómez. The main town and capital is Hanga Roa, where most people on the island live.

Running the Island

The local government of Isla de Pascua is called a municipality. It helps manage the daily life and services for everyone living on the island.

The Mayor's Role

The leader of the municipality is the mayor. The current mayor of Isla de Pascua is Pedro Edmunds Paoa. He is part of the Progressive Party. The mayor works with a group called the Municipal Council to make decisions for the community.

The Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is made up of several people who are elected by the islanders. They work together with the mayor to decide on important things for the island. These include things like local rules, public services, and how the island's money is spent.

See also

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