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The 'Awapuhi Labyrinth in Hawaiian Paradise Park, only 30 minutes south of Hilo on the Big Island's east side, was not easy to find. But after being advised to look for a Little Free Library and with help from my traveling partner, I found it. This massive 90-foot, eleven-circuit replica of Chartres Cathedral's design — crafted from live plants in 1999 — spans a full mile round-trip walk. I parked, hiked in through lush greenery, and delved down the winding path. Awapuhi is a

Welcome to the Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary near Captain Cook, just a quick 12-mile drive south of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. Tucked into seven acres of tropical bliss overlooking Kealakekua Bay, this spot is pure magic. I wandered the winding 50-foot lava rock labyrinth called the Mother of Creativity, built by the community in 1996. The galaxy garden and ancient petroglyphs added to the ultra-chill vibe of the whole place, with birds chirping and ocean views everywhe

I strolled into the Maluhia Garden Labyrinth at Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital right in Waimea (aka Kamuela), the heart of North Kohala on the Big Island, aka Hawai'i, about 1 hour north of Kona. This meditative gem, dedicated to peace, features 1,350 hand-made tiles with heartfelt messages honoring loved ones. Amid the hospital grounds, it felt surprisingly serene; I traced the peaceful paths, reading notes of goodwill and positivity throughout. It's free, open to v

I stopped by Christ Church Episcopal which once had an attractive labyrinth behind the church. But a staffer there told me that it had been destroyed by wild pigs who had continually uprooted the stones. It was unfortunate as it's a perfect location, elevated on a small hill and surrounded by gorgeous banyan trees. This is just north of the Captain Cook region of the island of Hawai'i.