Kirkja
St Benedict Catholic Church
35 íbúar mæla með,
Ábendingar heimamanna
Terry & Bob
July 5, 2017
This is a beautiful drive into the coffee country that most people miss. Follow the signs to this lovely old painted church. It is truly special!! There is a fantastic view of Kealakekua Bay a short drive from here.
Louis
April 19, 2015
Beautiful little 19th century church painted inside with murals by Hawaiian artists.
Robert
April 10, 2014
plenty of parking and interesting history
Susan & Larry
February 17, 2020
The painted church in the south Kona district (Hōnaunau) is officially called the st. Benedict roman catholic church. It was built in 1842 in Kapalelua, and was moved to its present location around 1880. This church is known as the “painted church” because of an extremely industrious Belgian priest (Father Jean (or John) Berchmans Velghe). Father John painted the interior of the church with 3D depictions from the bible and the lives of the saints. These were very important teaching tools in a time when many people couldn’t read and write. You can find out more background information at the painted church website. Surprisingly enough, this painted church is not the only painted church on the Big Island
The painted church in the south Kona district (Hōnaunau) is officially called the st. Benedict roman catholic church. It was built in 1842 in Kapalelua, and was moved to its present location around 1880. This church is known as the “painted church” because of an extremely industrious Belgian priest…
Julya
July 23, 2019
Charming local church on a beautiful road.
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Staðsetning
84-5140 Painted Church Rd
Captain Cook, HI