Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park

The present temple site was restored by the national park authorities and is a replica of the original which dates from the end of the 18th c. The division of the temple site by means of a 10ft/3m-high, 16ft/5m-wide wall into the City of Refuge area and the Palace Grounds can be seen today. The thick wall between the former palace and the sanctuary has been preserved over the centuries, with repair work being carried out in 1902 and 1963-64.

Using information gleaned from pictures, replica koa wood carvings of temple gods have been placed in their original positions.

There is more to be seen on the 952sq.yd/800sq.m estate and a free map is available at the visitor center. Attractions include the landing place of the royal