Discover the historical significance of Pare O Tane Palace of Makea Nui, the former residence of the paramount ariki (chief) of Rarotonga. Located opposite the CICC Church in Avarua, this site is where Makea Takau signed the 1888 treaty that made the Cook Islands a British protectorate. The palace stands alongside the Taputapuatea Marae, an important cultural gathering place. As the grounds are private property, visitors can admire the site from the road.