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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesHawaiiPuʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park

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National Park·Serene, Historic, Reflective, Educational
Explore the picturesque Royal Grounds and catch a game of Kōnane on the shores of Hōnaunau Bay.
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Hale o Keawe (the royal mausoleum) brings visitors and current cultural practitioners to Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau.
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The Great Wall separates the Royal Grounds from the Puʻuhonua and demonstrates the impressive Hawaiian dry stacked masonry technique.
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Hula dancers perform at the annual Cultural Festival.
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Visitors from around the world visit Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau NHP every year to learn more about Hawaiian history and culture
Photo by from Nps
Explore the picturesque Royal Grounds and catch a game of Kōnane on the shores of Hōnaunau Bay.
Photo by from Nps
Hale o Keawe (the royal mausoleum) brings visitors and current cultural practitioners to Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau.
Photo by from Nps
The Great Wall separates the Royal Grounds from the Puʻuhonua and demonstrates the impressive Hawaiian dry stacked masonry technique.
Photo by from Nps
Hula dancers perform at the annual Cultural Festival.
Photo by from Nps
Visitors from around the world visit Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau NHP every year to learn more about Hawaiian history and culture
Photo by from Nps
The Picnic Area is a fantastic place to catch a beautiful Hawaiian sunset.
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Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park is a profound site of refuge and reconciliation located on the coast of Hawaii. In ancient times, those who violated sacred laws could find sanctuary here, escaping certain death by reaching its hallowed grounds. Today, visitors can walk through the Royal Grounds, the former home of high chiefs, and admire the Great Wall—a massive structure separating the sacred from the secular. The park features meticulously restored temples, such as Hale o Keawe, and traditional wooden carvings known as kii. This historical park provides an essential look into the social, religious, and political structures that defined Hawaiian life for centuries, all set against a stunning oceanfront backdrop.

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park is a profound site of refuge and reconciliation located on the coast of Hawaii. In ancient times, those who violated sacred laws could find sanctuary here, escaping certain death by reaching its hallowed grounds. Today, visitors can walk through the Royal Grounds, the former home of high chiefs, and admire the Great Wall—a massive structure separating the sacred from the secular. The park features meticulously restored temples, such as Hale o Keawe, and traditional wooden carvings known as kii. This historical park provides an essential look into the social, religious, and political structures that defined Hawaiian life for centuries, all set against a stunning oceanfront backdrop.

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Address
84-5559 Keala o Keawe Rd.
Websitenps.gov
Phone8083282326

Highlights

  • Restored Hale o Keawe temple

  • Traditional wooden kii carvings

  • The massive stone Great Wall

  • Scenic oceanfront walking paths

  • Insight into ancient Hawaiian sanctuary laws

Before you go: Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park essentials

  • The park is a sacred site; please respect all signage and restricted areas.

  • Limited shade is available throughout the grounds.

  • The site is located near excellent snorkeling spots at Two Step.

Best For

History enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of ancient Hawaiian culture.

Currency

USD $

Average Cost

$10-$20 p/day

Time of Day

Lunch

Languages Spoken

English, Hawaiian

Occasion Tags

Educational, Tourists, Family

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Location

Hawaii, United States