Puuhonua o Honaunau National
Historical Park
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Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
is one of the best cultural historic sites on the island.
You can get self-guided tour brochures and maps at Visitor
Center. Puuhonua O Honaunau served as a 16th-century place
of refuge, providing sanctuary for defeated warriors and
taboo violators. This place is a United States National
Historical Park located on the west coast of the island of
Hawaii. |
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These thatched A-frame structures were used for storage. |
Wooden Kii are carved images of gods. They're guarding the
sanctuary.
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Activities on Puuhonua
o Honaunau National Historical Park
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Essential Information
- Address: Honaunau, South Kona
POB 129, Honaunau, HI 96726
- When to go: Anytime
- Time to spend: 1-3 hours
- Orientation talks are arranged at the Visitor Center
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