Kea'iwa Heiau State Recreation Area
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 Keaʻiwa Heiau State Recreation Area
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| Nearest city | Aiea, Hawaii |
| Coordinates | Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. |
| Area | 384 acres (155 ha) |
| Governing body | Hawaii State Parks Division |
Keaʻiwa Heiau State Recreation Area is the ruins of a temple (Heiau in the Hawaiian language) at the summit of a hill and neighborhood called ʻAiea Heights on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi. The recreation area includes camping facilities and a 4.8-mile (7.7 km) trail. It also offers clear views of Pearl Harbor.[1]
Erected sometime in the 17th century, the 160 feet (49 m) stone temple and abundant medicinal herbs in the area were used by kahunas as a type of ancient herbal clinic. The reputed healing powers of the surrounding plants still draws visitors who leave temple offerings, hoping to experience medicinal benefits.[2]
The site provides a map for the 4.5 miles (7.2 km) Aiea Loop Trail. Several varieties of trees and other vegetation are enjoyed by visitors who make the trek.[2]
Fees, hours, facilities
Heiau State Recreation Area is free to the public.[1]
April 1 to Labor Day: 7 am to 7:45 pm[1] After Labor Day to March 31: 7 am to 6:45 pm[1]
The camping and picnic areas accommodate up to 100 people and come equipped with restrooms and showers. Advance permits must be obtained for camping.[2]
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KEAIWA HEIAU
A temple with life giving powers believed to be a center where the Hawaiian kahuna lapaau or herb doctor practiced the art of healing. Herbs grown in nearby gardens were compounded and prescribed with prayer
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