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Kūkaniloko Birth Site, also known as the Kūkaniloko Birthstones State Monument, is one of the most important ancient cultural sites on the island of Oʻahu. In 1973, it was first listed on the National Register of Historic Places and its boundaries were increased in 1995, [1] after 5 acres (2.0 ha) of land which included the site became a ...
Kukaniloko Birthing Stones, Oahu. This ancient sacred site (view panorama) is located in the center of Oahu near Wahiawa. It was here where royal women were taken to give birth in the old Hawaii. Kukaniloko, which means "to anchor the cry from within," was built in the 12th century by an Oahu chief whose son Kapawa was the first birth here.
Feb 3, 2015 · Located near the geographic center of O’ahu, the Kukaniloko birthing stones were placed in a spot where the ancient islanders believed the life force of the land was strong. The English...
Stunning views of Oahu! Half-day scenic tour. 7 lookouts + photos. Ancient site, full of history, simply amazing. Amazing how few tourists, or even residents, know about Kukaniloko, especially since it's right off the road from going up to the North Shore, past Wahiawa.
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Nov 18, 2018 · Amy. Local Tip: The Hawaiian Civic Club of Wahiawa comes out every 3rd Saturday to cut grass, so the best time to see the Kukaniloko birthstones is right after. If you come by right before, a lot of your view will be blocked by tall California grass that can grow several inches in a day. And if it’s been raining recently?
North America. North Shore & Central O‘ahu. One of the most important ancient sites on the island, Kukaniloko Birthstone State Monument is located in a 5-acre field just north of Wahiawa township, on the western side of the Kamehameha Hwy. Wahiawa is considered the piko (navel) of Oʻahu.
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Feb 16, 2017 · For 55 years, HCCW has maintained what is now Kūkaniloko Birthstones State Monument, a 5-acre site within the 36,000-acre region traditionally called Kulanui Ao Kukaniloko. Utilized as a royal birthplace for seven centuries, the site today encompasses 180 large stones—some smooth, some carved with long grooves or bowl shapes.
