On the west coast of the island of Hawaii in the U.S. state of Hawaii, there is a park known as Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park. The historical park protects the location where, until the early 19th century, Hawaiians who disobeyed a kapu (one of the old rules) might flee to this haven or Pu'uhonua to avoid certain death. A priest would pardon the culprit, allowing them to depart. During the conflict, both fighters and non-combatants might take cover here. Powerful leaders lived on the grounds immediately beyond the Great Wall that surrounds the Pu'uhonua for numerous generations.
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One of only four locations in Hawaii where the Hawaiian flag may legally fly without the American flag is Pu'uhonua O Honaunau, along with Iolani Palace, Mauna Ala, and Thomas Square.