Valley of the Temples Memorial Park, memorial park located on the windward (eastern) side of the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park is a cemetery on eastern Oahu near Kāneʻohe where families have laid their loved ones to rest since 1963. The grounds feature winding paths, rows of graves, a Japanese temple structure built in 1968, a Catholic chapel, and various religious statues set among trees and mountain views.
The cemetery was founded in 1963 and the notable Japanese temple was built in 1968, modeled after the famous Phoenix Hall from the 11th century. The grounds hold graves of prominent Hawaiians and has appeared multiple times in television shows and films including Lost and Hawaii Five-O.
The park displays the religious diversity of Hawaii through its different chapels and memorials. Visitors see Japanese, Catholic, and Chinese elements side by side, reflecting the various communities that inhabit the islands.
The cemetery is easily accessible near Kāneʻohe with parking available and wide, level paths winding through the grounds. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear if planning longer walks, and while mountain shade covers some areas, the sun can be intense in open sections.
The Japanese temple here served as a filming location for the television series Lost and other well-known shows. Its replica of Phoenix Hall with a nine foot tall Buddha statue draws film and history fans who want to explore the backdrop.
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