Located on the black-lava Kona coast, this 180-acre sacred site was in the 16th century a place of refuge, providing sanctuary for defeated warriors, violators of taboos, and war criminals.

The Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park is a scenic place by the ocean includes royal fishponds, temple platforms, and a portion of an ancient village.

A large rock wall defines the refuge where the Hawaiians found safety. The bones of 23 Hawaiian chieftains can be found here, and you can see reconstructed thatched huts and canoes. At the cultural festival in June you can experience life in the islands as it was in the 1700s and earlier. On a pleasant self-guided walk you can see lava trees and traditional handicraft demonstrations.

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