Oh, I wish that I could study more in Luta! For now, yes, I can prepare a video to share a little about the sites of Mochong, the giant quarry, and others. I am not the most knowledgeable person about Luta, but I am happy to share what I can.
thank you for sharing your positive support! the 1920s artwork was part of the documentation by Hans Hornbostel - a fascinating individual (!!!) - but he never published his work formally. Laura Thompson later published the academic treatment, and she continued with other interests as well.
Has anyone ever suggested standing the stones upright again and placing the caps back on top ? I see several of them are complete enough to withstand the moves. But of course, that would require large moving equipment and would be expensive. If such a thing was done to some of the columns and caps, it would add to the tourist attraction of Tinian.
Yes indeed, people have proposed to re-set the stone or to "re-habilitate" the site. The official decision, however, has been to preserve the stones in their ruinous condition and to embrace the aspects of decay as part of the site's history and meaning. Artistic renderings and digital models have been encouraged, especially if they an propose multiple possible reconstructions and interpretations. In terms of government management protocols, the physical site itself is being preserved in its current condition. You are correct that you can see where the stones originally stood and how the capitals were positioned, plus you could look at the older photographs and illustrations for extra guidance. The site has been under consideration in a UNESCO World Heritage program, and the issues have been mentioned more than a few times about possible re-setting the stones. Most likely, more about this topic will continue to be discussed and considered.
In Chamorro oral history, a woman named Fo'na and her brother Pontan created the islands and the life that live on it. Pontan becomes the lands, and Fo'na turned herself into a large stone rock that created humans. Could this story be why the Chamorros used stone pillars to hold up their houses; a sacred use instead of practical? The Spanish recorded that Chamorros would get together at a large, tall rock formation and host "fiestas", so we can tell that they really value the creation story. What's your thoughts?
you propose an interesting idea that connects the origin story with the latte. i am not enough an an expert to comment about the oral history, although of course i encourage new ideas and studies.
The stones were decayed or damaged through time, so you can see broken parts and cavities, including one especially large missing part. In one piece, a natural depression was part of the original texture of the limestone, and people have proposed many ideas about how it may have been used. The excavation areas in the ground were made for learning about the ancient archaeological layers, and then they were re-filled for safety after the investigation.
Oh how id love to go back in time ans fly over the earth during the early and late Neolithic times. And whenever the pyramids and places peru and angor wat was at their peak. It had to be so interesting. Especially with all the massive/now extinct wildlife and us not being at the top of the food chain i wonder if that had something to do with all the large stone works.
So far, none of the archaeology work has reported such a discovery. However, this kind of story has been mentioned for a while. If the evidence exists, then it has not been shared.
Yes, quite likely, the major houses were burned and destroyed. Some of the Jesuit-period records refer to this practice by Quiroga and others during the later decades of the 1600s, but the details were vague. More yet could be investigated in those written records and in traditional histories, though.
Your timeline on when these things happened are so far off that it’s embarrassing. How did the they make those huge pillars and hemispheres, yet their houses were made of shrubbery? C’mon, now. It’s about time to own up that the people you attribute the pillars and stonework to were just reinhabiting a previously already established and, by then, long gone and abandoned.
Its quite simple honestly. The ansianu taotao chamoru would make a small "ramp" and they would tie rope made from the hibiscus or coconut tree and they would pull the "Tåsa" up. Its easy to do with alot of things and even in modern times we use ramps to allorw for easier transportation of otems
Please respect our language and culture. Correct enunciation is one way to show that respect 🤙🏽. How it’s pronounced should also reflect its spelling, e.g., Tagga’ and not “Tåga”; Tini’an and not “Tinian”.
I don’t know if there is a higher respect then the interest this man has put into the research our culture and the house of taga. Save your formalities to where it matters. Do not insult. I want to learn more. Hopefully he continues his research
@@gualafun Your comment is insinuating his accent and lack of effort to pronounce Chamorro words correctly is disrespectful to you. That’s an insult. Considering he is studying our culture and is discovering our history and sharing it with us. You can help him out by teaching him but to preface with please respect our language and culture just doesn’t make any sense.
Occasionally this site has been mentioned as a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage program ... what are your thoughts?
Interesting! Have you ever studied Luta latte sites, it'll be be nice if you did and educate us more about it. Thank you!
Oh, I wish that I could study more in Luta! For now, yes, I can prepare a video to share a little about the sites of Mochong, the giant quarry, and others. I am not the most knowledgeable person about Luta, but I am happy to share what I can.
Great video! I appreciate the diagrams and artwork that depict the House of Taga when it fully stood.
thank you for sharing your positive support! the 1920s artwork was part of the documentation by Hans Hornbostel - a fascinating individual (!!!) - but he never published his work formally. Laura Thompson later published the academic treatment, and she continued with other interests as well.
Has anyone ever suggested standing the stones upright again and placing the caps back on top ? I see several of them are complete enough to withstand the moves. But of course, that would require large moving equipment and would be expensive. If such a thing was done to some of the columns and caps, it would add to the tourist attraction of Tinian.
Yes indeed, people have proposed to re-set the stone or to "re-habilitate" the site. The official decision, however, has been to preserve the stones in their ruinous condition and to embrace the aspects of decay as part of the site's history and meaning. Artistic renderings and digital models have been encouraged, especially if they an propose multiple possible reconstructions and interpretations. In terms of government management protocols, the physical site itself is being preserved in its current condition. You are correct that you can see where the stones originally stood and how the capitals were positioned, plus you could look at the older photographs and illustrations for extra guidance. The site has been under consideration in a UNESCO World Heritage program, and the issues have been mentioned more than a few times about possible re-setting the stones. Most likely, more about this topic will continue to be discussed and considered.
@@ArchaeologyStudio Thank you for your prompt and informative response.
AWESOME. Thanks fotr sharing these studies.
I am happy to know that you liked the video. Thank you for sharing your positive encouragement!
In Chamorro oral history, a woman named Fo'na and her brother Pontan created the islands and the life that live on it. Pontan becomes the lands, and Fo'na turned herself into a large stone rock that created humans. Could this story be why the Chamorros used stone pillars to hold up their houses; a sacred use instead of practical? The Spanish recorded that Chamorros would get together at a large, tall rock formation and host "fiestas", so we can tell that they really value the creation story. What's your thoughts?
you propose an interesting idea that connects the origin story with the latte. i am not enough an an expert to comment about the oral history, although of course i encourage new ideas and studies.
Whats the big hole about in house of taga
The stones were decayed or damaged through time, so you can see broken parts and cavities, including one especially large missing part. In one piece, a natural depression was part of the original texture of the limestone, and people have proposed many ideas about how it may have been used.
The excavation areas in the ground were made for learning about the ancient archaeological layers, and then they were re-filled for safety after the investigation.
Oh how id love to go back in time ans fly over the earth during the early and late Neolithic times. And whenever the pyramids and places peru and angor wat was at their peak. It had to be so interesting. Especially with all the massive/now extinct wildlife and us not being at the top of the food chain i wonder if that had something to do with all the large stone works.
And do you know if they found tagas bones or not?cause i see on google people saying that they found it
So far, none of the archaeology work has reported such a discovery. However, this kind of story has been mentioned for a while. If the evidence exists, then it has not been shared.
Im sure the colonists set fire to the house of taga
Yes, quite likely, the major houses were burned and destroyed. Some of the Jesuit-period records refer to this practice by Quiroga and others during the later decades of the 1600s, but the details were vague. More yet could be investigated in those written records and in traditional histories, though.
@@ArchaeologyStudio ha! Billy Joel, i found em. Keep doing what you do and BRING THE FUN FACCCTTTSSSS!
It’s so hot here in Saipan 😭
Your timeline on when these things happened are so far off that it’s embarrassing. How did the they make those huge pillars and hemispheres, yet their houses were made of shrubbery? C’mon, now. It’s about time to own up that the people you attribute the pillars and stonework to were just reinhabiting a previously already established and, by then, long gone and abandoned.
Its quite simple honestly. The ansianu taotao chamoru would make a small "ramp" and they would tie rope made from the hibiscus or coconut tree and they would pull the "Tåsa" up. Its easy to do with alot of things and even in modern times we use ramps to allorw for easier transportation of otems
It is high time that we
not sure if part of your text was missing, but of course your comments always are welcome here
Please respect our language and culture. Correct enunciation is one way to show that respect 🤙🏽. How it’s pronounced should also reflect its spelling, e.g., Tagga’ and not “Tåga”; Tini’an and not “Tinian”.
Many thanks for sharing the good advice to improve!
I don’t know if there is a higher respect then the interest this man has put into the research our culture and the house of taga. Save your formalities to where it matters. Do not insult. I want to learn more. Hopefully he continues his research
@@Paullee05 what insults are you referring to Paul?
@@gualafun Your comment is insinuating his accent and lack of effort to pronounce Chamorro words correctly is disrespectful to you. That’s an insult. Considering he is studying our culture and is discovering our history and sharing it with us. You can help him out by teaching him but to preface with please respect our language and culture just doesn’t make any sense.
@@Paullee05 esta ombi!