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Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park Hale o Keawe at sunset
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Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
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The peaceful waters of Honaunau Bay lap upon shores of Keone'ele Cove. The majestic waters of the blue pacific stretch out before you beyond the stark lava landscape. Perhaps you will spot a green sea turtle swimming nearby or encounter a native Hawaiian plant along the trail.  The power and beauty of the natural landscape surrounds you at Pu'uhonua o Honaunau.

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green sea turtles at Kenoe'ele Cove

Did You Know?
Did you know that the green sea turtle does not have a green shell? It gets its name from the green color of its fat that results from the turtle's diet of seaweed.

Last Updated: September 18, 2006 at 13:39 MST