Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, Ancient Hawaiian temple site in Kawaihae, United States.
The temple complex measures 224 feet by 100 feet and features massive stone walls constructed entirely from red rocks of the region.
King Kamehameha I built this religious structure in 1790, gathering thousands of men to transport stones by hand from Pololu Valley, 14 miles away.
The temple stands as a monument to Hawaiian spiritual practices, where ceremonial offerings were made to Kukaʻilimoku, the god of war.
The National Park Service maintains the site daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering guided tours and educational programs about Hawaiian heritage.
The construction required a human chain of workers passing stones hand-to-hand across 14 miles of mountainous terrain to complete the temple.
Location: Hawaiʻi County
GPS coordinates: 20.02802,-155.82112
Latest update: March 14, 2025 22:41
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