Hale o Keawe

Hale o Keawe is a reconstructed temple platform located in a national historical park on Hawaii's Kona coast. The structure features a thatched roof and wooden palisade built to match the design from the 18th century.

The temple was built around 1700 and served as a royal resting place for high-ranking Hawaiian chiefs. A queen ordered its removal in 1829, but it was rebuilt in 1966 based on historical records and accounts from people who had seen it.

This was a sacred place where Native Hawaiians left offerings and connected with their spiritual traditions. It shows how the location held meaning in the daily religious life of the community.

The site is freely accessible and easy to reach on foot from the visitor center parking area. Located right by the ocean, weather can change quickly, so wear sturdy shoes and bring sun protection.

During the 1800s, the structure was damaged by two major tsunamis that temporarily left it as scattered stones. This history of destruction shaped the story of how it was eventually brought back together.

Location: Hawaiʻi County

GPS coordinates: 19.42163,-155.91209

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25