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Hawaii 06 15 02:Place of Refuge Kona |
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Place of Refuges and Kahalu'u Beach Park in Kona Place of Refuges is of great religious and historical value to Hawaii native culture. It was a sacred place that no blood could be shed on its ground. So, those defeated at war and those people violated Kapu came here to escape death. It also happens to be a great snorkeling place! Kahalu'u Beach Park is famous for snorkeling and magnificent sunsets. |
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![]() Ancient game A chess game of ancient Hawaiian. |
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![]() sheltered canoe landing Only used by royal people. |
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![]() Gods guard the place of refuge |
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![]() Great Wall A massive wall seperated the royal ground and places of refuge. |
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![]() The Painted Church |
![]() Sunset at Kona |
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