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Ka'ana

Ka'ana
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Type of Site
Religious
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Religion, History, Local Culture
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Not Available
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Ka'ana

Birthplace of Hula


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Address:
(off Hwy 460)
Maunaloa, HI 96770

Description

It may look like an ordinary pasture, but hundreds of years ago this was a sacred spot. According to legend, the goddess of hula was born here, under protection of a sacred forest of lehua trees. The yearly Hula Piko festival, a world-renowned celebration of the ancient dance, is held here. Recently, several students and community volunteers have undertaken an ambitious project: to plant 1,200 trees in the pasture and, over a period of many years, bring the forest back.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: If the hula festival is going on, you'll want to spend more time here.
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Safe


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Photo Credits:
courtesy Hawaii Visitors Bureau / © Joe Solem