Landmark· Nuku Hiva· French Polynesia: Tuamotus, Marquesas, Gambier & Australs
Hikokua Archaeological Site (Hatiheu)
8° 50.0′ S · 140° 5.2′ W
A large rectangular tohua named after an ancient chief, ringed by paepae seating, tikis and later Christian graves, framed by pinnacles several hundred metres high.
Practical
Coordinate is the OpenStreetMap 'Tohua de Hikokua' node, a short walk inland from Hatiheu village (about 20 minutes, 2019). Well maintained with fine tikis (2019). Can be combined with Kamuihei in one walk.
Best for
Tikis and a ceremonial square close to the village