The search for the Nuuanu Petroglyphs began today as Sensei and DJ joined my kids and I on the expedition to find these ancient carvings. We started the day at the Royal Mausoleum searching for the Kamehameha's graves. This sacred ground had so much mana we couldn't even park our cars there. Well, there was no parking available in the area, however the place is really cool and we were the only ones there making me think people on Oahu don't go here.
After the Mausoleum, we ventured behind the cemetery to Alapena Pool and Kapena falls. Near Alapena pool are the petroglyph carvings surrounded by metal bars. There appears to be a man and a dog. The metal bars are there for protection since there has been so much vandalism in the area. We tried to look for more petroglyphs, but all the searching came up empty. We did enjoy Alapena and Kapena falls. It was Sensei’s and DJ's first time there, shocking news to me as they are seasoned hikers and this hike is popular. Mary asked to play in the stream, I hesitated, but told her she could go. The stream is nasty because its in an urban area which means pollution galore.
Nuuanu petroglyphs
On the way back we searched and searched for more petroglyphs, but came up empty. The exploration continues. I had so much fun poking around the area. I have to remember to bring mosquito repellent next time.