Big Island Attractions

Kamehameha's Compound at Kamakahonu Bay

75-5660 Palani Rd

Kailua-Kona, HI

Tel. 808/329-2911

www.konabeachhotel.com/history.cfm

On the ocean side of the Kona Beach Hotel is a restored area of deep spiritual meaning to Hawaiians. This was the spot that King Kamehameha the Great chose to retreat to in 1812 after conquering the Hawaiian Islands. He stayed until his death in 1819. The king built a temple, Ahuena Heiau, and used it as a gathering place for his kahuna (priests) to counsel him on governing his people in times of peace. In 1820 it was on this sacred ground that Kamehameha's son Liho...

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Price Range: Free admission

Open Hours: Daily 9am-4pm; guided tours Mon-Fri at 1:30pm

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