# Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site

> A large stone temple built by Kamehameha I in 1790–91 on a hill above Kawaihae Bay. Visitors view it from a short trail, as entry to the heiau is not allowed;

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A large stone temple built by Kamehameha I in 1790–91 on a hill above Kawaihae Bay. Visitors view it from a short trail, as entry to the heiau is not allowed; sharks often cruise the bay below.

- **Nearest town:** Kawaihae, HI
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 20.0266, -155.8215

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