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Queen's Bath at the Mokes

On the islet of Moku Nui, a the Queen's Bath can be found among the several shallow saltwater ponds. The 8-foot natural pool was used by Hawaiian royalty to bathe and was said to have healing powers in ancient Hawaiian mythology.

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Date Taken: 06.2021
Date Uploaded: 08.2021
Photo Location: Mokulua Island, Hawaii, United States of America
Copyright: © Evan Kizer