What is a kiva?

What is a kiva?

Is a kiva a temple shaped like a pyramid, a ceremonial gathering place, a silo for storing grain, or a hut for meetings of village elders?

Answer:

A kiva is a ceremonial gathering place.

In Pueblo Indian culture, a kiva is a special chamber that serves as a ceremonial gathering place. It is a sacred space where important religious rites and ceremonies take place. Kivas are often located partially underground and have a circular shape with a roof that is accessed through a ladder in the roof. The kiva plays a central role in the spiritual and cultural life of the Pueblo people.