Kāneaka Hōlua Slide

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Summary

Kāneaka Hōlua Slide which is better known today as the Keauhou Hōlua Slide is located in Keauhou on the island of Hawaiʻi.

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geographic location of the slide
The slide is situated within the Keauhou area, which was a significant center for the Hawaiian nobility and home to several important historical sites.
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the activity performed on the slide
This is the specific cultural practice of sliding down steep, prepared slopes of lava rock using a traditional wooden sled.
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primary users of the slide
The hōlua slide was primarily used by the Aliʻi (nobility) as a sport to demonstrate their courage, skill, and physical fitness.
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regional context of the slide
The slide is located in the Kona district, a region historically favored by the Aliʻi for its climate and resources, making it a hub for elite cultural activities.
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traditional Hawaiian sport and game
Like the hōlua slide, this was a traditional sport practiced by the Aliʻi to demonstrate physical prowess and skill during the Makahiki festival.
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technological category of the equipment
The hōlua sled is a specialized form of sled designed for use on dry, rocky terrain rather than snow.
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seasonal context for the sport
Hōlua sledding competitions were a prominent feature of the Makahiki festival, a time of religious observance and athletic competition.
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deity associated with the Makahiki season
The hōlua sledding competitions were often held during the Makahiki, a festival dedicated to the god Lono to ensure agricultural fertility and peace.
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