Pahua Heiau, Oahu

Located at the foot of the Kamilo Iki ridge in Hawaii Kai, the Pahua Heiau is believed to have been built in the 14th century and is dedicated to the god of agriculture. The heiau is a rock terrace measuring 68 feet (21 m) long and 40 feet (12 m) wide. Only the eastern portion of it has been restored in 1985 by Outdoor Circle. Later the Office of Hawaiian Affairs did further work on the site including the seeding of native plants. The heiau used to extend further along the base of the ridge in the past. But up until today, white coral pieces can be seen in the rock foundation.

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Key Features of Pahua Heiau
Ancient agricultural site: Dedicated to Lono, the god of agriculture, this heiau supported Hawaiian food cultivation rituals.
14th-century origin: Believed to have been constructed around the 1300s at the base of Kamilo Iki ridge in Hawai'i Kai.
Stone terrace structure: The heiau measures about 68 feet long by 40 feet wide and is built from stacked lava rock.
Partial restoration: The eastern portion was restored in 1985 by The Outdoor Circle and later improved by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
Cultural remnants: Visitors can still observe white coral fragments and native flora on the heiau grounds.