The Hawaiian Islands are full of incredible wonders — both natural and man-made — just waiting to be explored. The island of Maui is home to countless spectacular gems, including a bizarre roadside attraction that will undoubtedly make you feel as though you’ve entered another world. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?
Located at the edge of the Ritz-Carlton Maui’s golf course on the peninsula between Oneloa Bay and Honokahua Bay is Makaluapuna Point, a place full of absolute wonder.
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It is here that you will discover a labyrinth made of stone on the grassy plane.
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Though the exact purpose is unknown, the layout follows that of a prayer labyrinth.
Stephanie Young Merzel/Flickr Prayer labyrinths have been used by numerous religions and cultures for at least 3,500 years, though this particular labyrinth has only existed for the last thirty to sixty years.
Though the origins of this roadside oddity are not known, labyrinths are generally considered to be paths of peace, prayer, and contemplation.
Tobze/Flickr Not to be confused with a maze which are designed to trick you with dead ends and false paths, labyrinths have only one path leading to the center. The same path leads back out.
This fascinating labyrinth isn’t all you’ll find at Makaluapuna Point.
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Also known as Maui’s Dragon Teeth, these jagged, gray rocks were formed hundreds of years ago when wind gusts from the ocean forced lava to harden towards the sky — and now resemble jagged teeth jutting out from the jaw of a dragon.
Brian Lauer/Flickr These unique rock formations are often described as bizarre, awe-inspiring, and just plain awesome.
This intriguing scenery looks like something out of a science fiction or fantasy novel, and you’ll definitely want to take a few photographs while you’re here.
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You can find this magical landscape on Lower Honoapiilani Road in Lahaina. If you’re not on Maui but are looking for an equally incredible rock formation to check out, consider stopping by the breathtaking Lanai Lookout, a magical wonder hiding on Oahu’s southeastern shore.
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Prayer labyrinths have been used by numerous religions and cultures for at least 3,500 years, though this particular labyrinth has only existed for the last thirty to sixty years.
Tobze/Flickr
Not to be confused with a maze which are designed to trick you with dead ends and false paths, labyrinths have only one path leading to the center. The same path leads back out.
Brian Lauer/Flickr
These unique rock formations are often described as bizarre, awe-inspiring, and just plain awesome.
Michael Kreeger/Flickr
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