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Pu Ukohola Heiau Historic Site

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The sacred places of Hawaii have religious, historical and cultural significance. They have seen the births of numerous kings and have been the sites of many events throughout the island's history. Many sacred sites include shrines or temples (heiau), petroglyphs (ki'i pohaku), stacked stone (pohaku) and other historical remains. One such site is the Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site in Hawaii.

Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site

The Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site is the location of the last temple built in Hawaii. It symbolizes King Kamehameha I's unification of the islands. According to legend, when Kamehameha I was still working to unite the islands, he went to a prophet to obtain advice from the gods. The prophet told

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