10 Facts About Hawaii


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1.British explorer Captain Cook first set foot on Hawaiian soil at Waimea Bay, Kaua'i, in 1778.

2.With 480 acres of guava orchards under commercial cultivation, Guava Kai Plantation in Kilauea, Kaua'‘i, is the undisputed Guava Capital of the World!

3.Mauna Kea on the Big Island is the world's tallest mountain measured from the base at the ocean floor, and is home to more than 13 world class telescopes from 11 countries.

4.Maui is the Whale-watching capital of Hawai'i, with humpbacks congregating annually from December to May.

5.The highest sea cliffs in the world are found off the north coast of Moloka‘i.

6.With no traffic lights, just two luxury hotels and only 30 miles of paved road, it is little wonder that Lana‘i is known as Hawai'i's ‘Most Exclusive Island’

7.Hawai‘i boasts the only royal Palace in the US, ‘Iolani Palace’ on O‘ahu built in 1882.

8. appear over the valleys, cliffs and beaches - very apt for one of the world’s most unique and colourful cultures and cuisines.

9.The Southern-most tip of the USA is found on Ka Lae on Hawai‘i’s Big Island

10.Wedding ceremonies in Hawai‘i traditionally include the famous flower garlands, Leis, a symbol of love, respect and all round Aloha.



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