Hawaii is a wonderful state – full of beautiful landmarks and natural wonders, interesting historic facts, and even some intriguing individuals. You might not learn everything there is to know about Hawaii, but it’s a start; there are only 26 letters in the alphabet, after all. We love this round up of everything Hawaii A to Z!
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The Hawaiian alphabet has only 13 letters – five vowels, and eight consonants. It’s a fascinating language worth learning more about!
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The Banzai Pipeline, often simply referred to as Pipeline, is a surf reef break off Ehukai Beach Park in Pupukea on Oahu’s north shore. The pipeline is notorious for huge waves, which break in shallow water above a sharp and cavernous reef, forming large, hollow thick curls of water for surfers to ride. A variety of top surfing competitions are held here every year. This incredible place has a lot of interesting ?Ehukai Beach Park, 59-337 Ke Nui Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
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British Captain James Cook landed on Kauai at Waimea Bay in 1778, and named the islands the “Sandwich Islands” after the Earl of Sandwich. The British brought many new infectious diseases to the islands, and Captain Cook died during a fight the following year. It’s an unfortunate ending to Captain Cook’s travels.
Waimea Bay, Hawaii 96712, USA
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The man – and competitive swimmer with five Olympic medals – who was credited with popularizing the ancient Hawaiian sport of surfing. He was also a law enforcement officer, an actor, beach volleyball player and businessman. A bronze statue at Waikiki Beach honors his legacy. Duke Kahanamoku is a fascinating part of Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
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As in life expectancy, for which Hawaii has the highest statistics in America. The average life expectancy in Hawaii is 75 for males, and 80 for females. Maybe this has to do with the fact that approximately 20 percent of Hawaii residents are overweight, compared with 30 percent on the mainland. But happiness meters are consistently high for all who live in Hawaii!
A Roman Catholic priest from Belgium, Father Damien received recognition for his ministry from 1873 to 1889 in the Kingdom of Hawaii for people suffering from leprosy who were required to live under a government-sanctioned quarantine in the Molokai town of Kalaupapa. Kalaupapa is a part of Kalaupapa, HI 96742, USA
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Also known as Keahiakawelo, this otherworldly rock garden at the end of Polihua Road is located 45 minutes from Lanai City. According to lore, this barren landscape is the result of a contest between two priests from Lanai and Molokai. Each was supposed to keep a fire burning on their island longer than the other, and the winner’s island would be rewarded with great abundance. Apparently Kawelo, the Lanai priest, used every bit of vegetation found in Keahiakawelo. Garden of the Gods is a gorgeous place, and one of our favorite Keahiakawelo?Garden of the Gods?, Lanai City, HI 96763, USA
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The name Hawaii came from the proto-polynesian hawaiki, meaning “place of the gods,” or “homeland.” A wonderful name for a wonderful place.
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Israel is a Hawaiian musician entertainer, and sovereignty activist who is best known for his medly, “Somwhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World.” This music inspires many, and brought good cheer to all!
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Half of the Kennedy Administration’s cabinet was in Hawaii the day prior to JFK’s assassination. According to the Honolulu Civil Beat, “they stopped in Hawaii for high-level talks with Admiral Harry Felt, Commander in Chief Pacific, before flying on to Asia on a fact-finding mission. On the morning of the assassination, the plane left Hickam at 7:03 a.m., ahead of the scheduled 8:30 a.m. departure. First words of the shots fired in Dallas reached the plane at 8:37 a.m., but the Cabinet members were even further from the mainland… No one is quite sure about what this means, but there are several who believe that it is more than just a coincidence.
Also known as King Kamehameha the Great, he was responsible for conquering most of the Hawaiian Islands and forming the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810. Through his alliances with the major Pacific colonial powers, Kamehameha preserved Hawaiian independence under his rule. As was customary at the time, he took several wives and had numerous children, though he outlived half of them. Read more about this interesting Luaus
Joe Parks/Flickr The luau was first created in 1819, when King Kamehameha removed many religious laws that were practiced, including the rules that stated that men and women were to eat their meals separately. The King performed the symbolic act of eating with a woman, and ended all religious taboo. Now, the terms luau and party are almost exchangeable. The modern luau has a fascinating Mauna Kea
Gregory Williams/Flickr Mauna Kea is one of Hawaii’s most notable volcanoes. If measured from the ocean floor, Mauna Kea is the highest peak in the world, measuring in at more than 33,500 feet – taller than Mount Everest! From sea level, however, the summit is at 13,796 feet. The mountain also houses the world’s largest telescope. Mauna Kea, Hawaii 96720, USA
National Register of Historic Places
Melfoody/Flickr Informally known as the Punchbowl Cemetery, the cemetery is on the National Register of Historic places, and serves as a memorial to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, and those who have given their lives doing so. National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 2177 Puowaina Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Olo’upena Falls
Planet Oddity/Website Located in northeast Molokai, Olo’upena Falls is unofficially cited as the fourth largest waterfall in the world – and the tallest in America – measuring at more than 2,900 feet when the water is flowing. The waterfall is only viewable by air. Olo?upena Falls, Hawaii 96748, USA
Pearl Harbor
Public Domain/Wikipedia The December 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor triggered the United State’s entry into World War II. You may not have known that Hawaii was put under martial law until the end of the war. Today, Pearl Harbor houses a variety of historical sites, and is home to more than 160 commands. Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, USA
Queen Liliuokalani
Yvette Keohuloa/Flickr Queen Liliuokalani was the last reigning monarch and only queen regnant of the Kingdom of Hawaii. In January 1893, a group of Americans and Europeans who called themselves the “Committee of Safety” had planned a coup d’etat to overthrow the Hawaiian monarchy. Half a dozen policemen were sent by the Queen to Iolani Palace to arrest Committee members who tried to enter. A shooting broke out and one of the policemen was shot and had to be carried out by the remaining palace guards. Then, the Committee of Safety entered, and with almost no audience, they signed a document that ended the monarchy. Queen Liliuokalani didn’t find out about it until the next day. Did you know this Reef Triggerfish
Kundalini/Flickr The reef, rectangular or wedge-tail triggerfish – or humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa in Hawaiian – was designated as the Hawaiian state fish in 1985. If you see one of these during your underwater expirations, take a moment to enjoy it!
Shangri La
Frank Farm/Flickr Doris Duke’s Shangri La, built in 1937, is an Islamic-style mansion near Oahu’s Diamond Head. The mansion is now owned and operated by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Guided tours depart from the Honolulu Museum of Art. This stunning place is a wonderful place to explore on a rainy day. Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Tantalus
Michelle/Flickr Mount Tantalus is an extinct cinder cone in the southern Ko’olau Mountain Range. Today, Tantalus is a popular destination for hikers, bicyclists, skateboarders, and tourists – but many people don’t know that the southern slope of the mountain was bombed in Operation K, Japan’s unsuccessful second attack on Oahu. If you love the outdoors, it’s a great place to enjoy. Tantalus, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Ukulele
Masaaki Komori/Flickr The ukulele originated in the 19th century, and was a Hawaiian adaptation of the Portuguese machete, a small guitar-like instrument introduced to Hawaii by immigrants. It’s a wonderful instrument that livens up most parties!
Volcanoes
Howard Ignatius/Flickr The Hawaiian Islands are composed entirely of volcanic rock. The volcanoes that make up Hawaii began evolving more than 70 million years ago. The Big Island is comprised of five volcanoes, two of which have erupted in the last 200 years, and one of which is currently erupting. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most impressive landscapes in the country, and a must visit for anyone traveling to Hawaii. Put this on the top of your to do list. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96785, USA
Wallaby Colony
William Warby/Flickr A hundred years ago, two wallabies escaped from a private zoo on Oahu, and allegedly a small wallaby colony now inhabits the Kalihi Valley. Sightings are rare, and visitors are asked not to look for the wallabies on their own, as they are a delicate population. The Wallaby Colony is a rare sight to see! Kalihi Valley, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
Xeriscape Garden
Owen and Aki/Flickr The Halawa Xeriscape Garden, opened in 1989, displays a variety of xeric (dry) plants in a residential scale setting in order to demonstrate species capable of providing a visually appealing garden, while using less water than many currently popular plants. A gorgeous place to visit, especially if you love gardens! H?lawa Xeriscape Garden, 99-1268 Iwaena St, Aiea, HI 96701, USA
Youngest State
J. Stephen Conn/Flickr Hawaii is America’s youngest state, entering the union on August 21, 1959. Newest to the country, and one of the best!
Zoo
Pat McGrath/Flickr Hawaii’s Big Island is home to one incredible zoo: the Pawena Rainforest Zoo. The only tropical zoo in the United States, this attraction is the perfect place for a day out of the water. Visitors can encounter various rainforest animals and endangered Hawaiian animals, including spider monkeys, lemurs, and more than 80 other animal species. It’s amazing and should be visited as soon as possible! Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, 800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
We hope you learned something today, and enjoyed out Hawaii A to Z roundup! Share your favorite fact about Hawaii, its history, or its people in the comments below. Looking to learn more cool facts about the islands? Here are 16 Incredible, Almost Unbelievable Facts About Hawaii. OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. Address: Hawaii, USA
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The luau was first created in 1819, when King Kamehameha removed many religious laws that were practiced, including the rules that stated that men and women were to eat their meals separately. The King performed the symbolic act of eating with a woman, and ended all religious taboo. Now, the terms luau and party are almost exchangeable. The modern luau has a fascinating Mauna Kea
Gregory Williams/Flickr Mauna Kea is one of Hawaii’s most notable volcanoes. If measured from the ocean floor, Mauna Kea is the highest peak in the world, measuring in at more than 33,500 feet – taller than Mount Everest! From sea level, however, the summit is at 13,796 feet. The mountain also houses the world’s largest telescope. Mauna Kea, Hawaii 96720, USA
National Register of Historic Places
Melfoody/Flickr Informally known as the Punchbowl Cemetery, the cemetery is on the National Register of Historic places, and serves as a memorial to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, and those who have given their lives doing so. National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 2177 Puowaina Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Olo’upena Falls
Planet Oddity/Website Located in northeast Molokai, Olo’upena Falls is unofficially cited as the fourth largest waterfall in the world – and the tallest in America – measuring at more than 2,900 feet when the water is flowing. The waterfall is only viewable by air. Olo?upena Falls, Hawaii 96748, USA
Pearl Harbor
Public Domain/Wikipedia The December 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor triggered the United State’s entry into World War II. You may not have known that Hawaii was put under martial law until the end of the war. Today, Pearl Harbor houses a variety of historical sites, and is home to more than 160 commands. Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, USA
Queen Liliuokalani
Yvette Keohuloa/Flickr Queen Liliuokalani was the last reigning monarch and only queen regnant of the Kingdom of Hawaii. In January 1893, a group of Americans and Europeans who called themselves the “Committee of Safety” had planned a coup d’etat to overthrow the Hawaiian monarchy. Half a dozen policemen were sent by the Queen to Iolani Palace to arrest Committee members who tried to enter. A shooting broke out and one of the policemen was shot and had to be carried out by the remaining palace guards. Then, the Committee of Safety entered, and with almost no audience, they signed a document that ended the monarchy. Queen Liliuokalani didn’t find out about it until the next day. Did you know this Reef Triggerfish
Kundalini/Flickr The reef, rectangular or wedge-tail triggerfish – or humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa in Hawaiian – was designated as the Hawaiian state fish in 1985. If you see one of these during your underwater expirations, take a moment to enjoy it!
Shangri La
Frank Farm/Flickr Doris Duke’s Shangri La, built in 1937, is an Islamic-style mansion near Oahu’s Diamond Head. The mansion is now owned and operated by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Guided tours depart from the Honolulu Museum of Art. This stunning place is a wonderful place to explore on a rainy day. Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Tantalus
Michelle/Flickr Mount Tantalus is an extinct cinder cone in the southern Ko’olau Mountain Range. Today, Tantalus is a popular destination for hikers, bicyclists, skateboarders, and tourists – but many people don’t know that the southern slope of the mountain was bombed in Operation K, Japan’s unsuccessful second attack on Oahu. If you love the outdoors, it’s a great place to enjoy. Tantalus, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Ukulele
Masaaki Komori/Flickr The ukulele originated in the 19th century, and was a Hawaiian adaptation of the Portuguese machete, a small guitar-like instrument introduced to Hawaii by immigrants. It’s a wonderful instrument that livens up most parties!
Volcanoes
Howard Ignatius/Flickr The Hawaiian Islands are composed entirely of volcanic rock. The volcanoes that make up Hawaii began evolving more than 70 million years ago. The Big Island is comprised of five volcanoes, two of which have erupted in the last 200 years, and one of which is currently erupting. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most impressive landscapes in the country, and a must visit for anyone traveling to Hawaii. Put this on the top of your to do list. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96785, USA
Wallaby Colony
William Warby/Flickr A hundred years ago, two wallabies escaped from a private zoo on Oahu, and allegedly a small wallaby colony now inhabits the Kalihi Valley. Sightings are rare, and visitors are asked not to look for the wallabies on their own, as they are a delicate population. The Wallaby Colony is a rare sight to see! Kalihi Valley, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
Xeriscape Garden
Owen and Aki/Flickr The Halawa Xeriscape Garden, opened in 1989, displays a variety of xeric (dry) plants in a residential scale setting in order to demonstrate species capable of providing a visually appealing garden, while using less water than many currently popular plants. A gorgeous place to visit, especially if you love gardens! H?lawa Xeriscape Garden, 99-1268 Iwaena St, Aiea, HI 96701, USA
Youngest State
J. Stephen Conn/Flickr Hawaii is America’s youngest state, entering the union on August 21, 1959. Newest to the country, and one of the best!
Zoo
Pat McGrath/Flickr Hawaii’s Big Island is home to one incredible zoo: the Pawena Rainforest Zoo. The only tropical zoo in the United States, this attraction is the perfect place for a day out of the water. Visitors can encounter various rainforest animals and endangered Hawaiian animals, including spider monkeys, lemurs, and more than 80 other animal species. It’s amazing and should be visited as soon as possible! Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, 800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
We hope you learned something today, and enjoyed out Hawaii A to Z roundup! Share your favorite fact about Hawaii, its history, or its people in the comments below. Looking to learn more cool facts about the islands? Here are 16 Incredible, Almost Unbelievable Facts About Hawaii. OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. Address: Hawaii, USA
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Hawaii A to Z July 29, 2022 Megan McDonald What did Hawaii used to be called? Hawaii used to be called the Sandwich Islands. They were named that by Captain Cook, who arrived at the islands and named them after the Earl of Sandwich. How long has Hawaii been a state? Hawaii became a state on August 21, 1959, 60 years after the United States overthrew the Hawaiian monarchy.
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Gregory Williams/Flickr
Mauna Kea is one of Hawaii’s most notable volcanoes. If measured from the ocean floor, Mauna Kea is the highest peak in the world, measuring in at more than 33,500 feet – taller than Mount Everest! From sea level, however, the summit is at 13,796 feet. The mountain also houses the world’s largest telescope. Mauna Kea, Hawaii 96720, USA
Melfoody/Flickr
Informally known as the Punchbowl Cemetery, the cemetery is on the National Register of Historic places, and serves as a memorial to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, and those who have given their lives doing so. National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 2177 Puowaina Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Planet Oddity/Website
Located in northeast Molokai, Olo’upena Falls is unofficially cited as the fourth largest waterfall in the world – and the tallest in America – measuring at more than 2,900 feet when the water is flowing. The waterfall is only viewable by air.
Olo?upena Falls, Hawaii 96748, USA
The December 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor triggered the United State’s entry into World War II. You may not have known that Hawaii was put under martial law until the end of the war. Today, Pearl Harbor houses a variety of historical sites, and is home to more than 160 commands. Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, USA
Yvette Keohuloa/Flickr
Queen Liliuokalani was the last reigning monarch and only queen regnant of the Kingdom of Hawaii. In January 1893, a group of Americans and Europeans who called themselves the “Committee of Safety” had planned a coup d’etat to overthrow the Hawaiian monarchy. Half a dozen policemen were sent by the Queen to Iolani Palace to arrest Committee members who tried to enter. A shooting broke out and one of the policemen was shot and had to be carried out by the remaining palace guards. Then, the Committee of Safety entered, and with almost no audience, they signed a document that ended the monarchy. Queen Liliuokalani didn’t find out about it until the next day. Did you know this Reef Triggerfish
Kundalini/Flickr The reef, rectangular or wedge-tail triggerfish – or humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa in Hawaiian – was designated as the Hawaiian state fish in 1985. If you see one of these during your underwater expirations, take a moment to enjoy it!
Shangri La
Frank Farm/Flickr Doris Duke’s Shangri La, built in 1937, is an Islamic-style mansion near Oahu’s Diamond Head. The mansion is now owned and operated by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Guided tours depart from the Honolulu Museum of Art. This stunning place is a wonderful place to explore on a rainy day. Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Tantalus
Michelle/Flickr Mount Tantalus is an extinct cinder cone in the southern Ko’olau Mountain Range. Today, Tantalus is a popular destination for hikers, bicyclists, skateboarders, and tourists – but many people don’t know that the southern slope of the mountain was bombed in Operation K, Japan’s unsuccessful second attack on Oahu. If you love the outdoors, it’s a great place to enjoy. Tantalus, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Ukulele
Masaaki Komori/Flickr The ukulele originated in the 19th century, and was a Hawaiian adaptation of the Portuguese machete, a small guitar-like instrument introduced to Hawaii by immigrants. It’s a wonderful instrument that livens up most parties!
Volcanoes
Howard Ignatius/Flickr The Hawaiian Islands are composed entirely of volcanic rock. The volcanoes that make up Hawaii began evolving more than 70 million years ago. The Big Island is comprised of five volcanoes, two of which have erupted in the last 200 years, and one of which is currently erupting. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most impressive landscapes in the country, and a must visit for anyone traveling to Hawaii. Put this on the top of your to do list. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96785, USA
Wallaby Colony
William Warby/Flickr A hundred years ago, two wallabies escaped from a private zoo on Oahu, and allegedly a small wallaby colony now inhabits the Kalihi Valley. Sightings are rare, and visitors are asked not to look for the wallabies on their own, as they are a delicate population. The Wallaby Colony is a rare sight to see! Kalihi Valley, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
Xeriscape Garden
Owen and Aki/Flickr The Halawa Xeriscape Garden, opened in 1989, displays a variety of xeric (dry) plants in a residential scale setting in order to demonstrate species capable of providing a visually appealing garden, while using less water than many currently popular plants. A gorgeous place to visit, especially if you love gardens! H?lawa Xeriscape Garden, 99-1268 Iwaena St, Aiea, HI 96701, USA
Youngest State
J. Stephen Conn/Flickr Hawaii is America’s youngest state, entering the union on August 21, 1959. Newest to the country, and one of the best!
Zoo
Pat McGrath/Flickr Hawaii’s Big Island is home to one incredible zoo: the Pawena Rainforest Zoo. The only tropical zoo in the United States, this attraction is the perfect place for a day out of the water. Visitors can encounter various rainforest animals and endangered Hawaiian animals, including spider monkeys, lemurs, and more than 80 other animal species. It’s amazing and should be visited as soon as possible! Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, 800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
We hope you learned something today, and enjoyed out Hawaii A to Z roundup! Share your favorite fact about Hawaii, its history, or its people in the comments below.
Kundalini/Flickr
The reef, rectangular or wedge-tail triggerfish – or humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa in Hawaiian – was designated as the Hawaiian state fish in 1985. If you see one of these during your underwater expirations, take a moment to enjoy it!
Frank Farm/Flickr
Doris Duke’s Shangri La, built in 1937, is an Islamic-style mansion near Oahu’s Diamond Head. The mansion is now owned and operated by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Guided tours depart from the Honolulu Museum of Art. This stunning place is a wonderful place to explore on a rainy day.
Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Michelle/Flickr
Mount Tantalus is an extinct cinder cone in the southern Ko’olau Mountain Range. Today, Tantalus is a popular destination for hikers, bicyclists, skateboarders, and tourists – but many people don’t know that the southern slope of the mountain was bombed in Operation K, Japan’s unsuccessful second attack on Oahu. If you love the outdoors, it’s a great place to enjoy.
Tantalus, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Masaaki Komori/Flickr
The ukulele originated in the 19th century, and was a Hawaiian adaptation of the Portuguese machete, a small guitar-like instrument introduced to Hawaii by immigrants. It’s a wonderful instrument that livens up most parties!
Howard Ignatius/Flickr
The Hawaiian Islands are composed entirely of volcanic rock. The volcanoes that make up Hawaii began evolving more than 70 million years ago. The Big Island is comprised of five volcanoes, two of which have erupted in the last 200 years, and one of which is currently erupting. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most impressive landscapes in the country, and a must visit for anyone traveling to Hawaii. Put this on the top of your to do list.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96785, USA
William Warby/Flickr
A hundred years ago, two wallabies escaped from a private zoo on Oahu, and allegedly a small wallaby colony now inhabits the Kalihi Valley. Sightings are rare, and visitors are asked not to look for the wallabies on their own, as they are a delicate population. The Wallaby Colony is a rare sight to see!
Kalihi Valley, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
Owen and Aki/Flickr
The Halawa Xeriscape Garden, opened in 1989, displays a variety of xeric (dry) plants in a residential scale setting in order to demonstrate species capable of providing a visually appealing garden, while using less water than many currently popular plants. A gorgeous place to visit, especially if you love gardens!
H?lawa Xeriscape Garden, 99-1268 Iwaena St, Aiea, HI 96701, USA
J. Stephen Conn/Flickr
Hawaii is America’s youngest state, entering the union on August 21, 1959. Newest to the country, and one of the best!
Pat McGrath/Flickr
Hawaii’s Big Island is home to one incredible zoo: the Pawena Rainforest Zoo. The only tropical zoo in the United States, this attraction is the perfect place for a day out of the water. Visitors can encounter various rainforest animals and endangered Hawaiian animals, including spider monkeys, lemurs, and more than 80 other animal species. It’s amazing and should be visited as soon as possible!
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, 800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Looking to learn more cool facts about the islands? Here are 16 Incredible, Almost Unbelievable Facts About Hawaii.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
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Megan McDonald
What did Hawaii used to be called? Hawaii used to be called the Sandwich Islands. They were named that by Captain Cook, who arrived at the islands and named them after the Earl of Sandwich. How long has Hawaii been a state? Hawaii became a state on August 21, 1959, 60 years after the United States overthrew the Hawaiian monarchy.
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Hawaii used to be called the Sandwich Islands. They were named that by Captain Cook, who arrived at the islands and named them after the Earl of Sandwich.
How long has Hawaii been a state?
Hawaii became a state on August 21, 1959, 60 years after the United States overthrew the Hawaiian monarchy.
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16 Things That Come To Everyone’s Mind When They Think Of Hawaii By Megan Shute
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12 Things You’ll Remember If You Grew Up In The 80s In Hawaii By Megan Shute
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14 Strange Habits Every Hawaii Local Will Defend To The Death By Megan Shute
Hawaii
14 Foolproof Ways To Make Someone From Hawaii Cringe By Megan Shute
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12 Things People From Hawaii Do That Seem Insane To Everyone Else By Megan Shute
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18 Things People From Hawaii Always Have To Explain To Out Of Towners By Megan Shute
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13 Incredible Sites Steeped In Hawaiian History That Everyone Should Visit By Megan Shute
Hawaii
The Unbelievable Legend Of The Hawaiian Menehune Will Blow You Away By Megan Shute
Life
16 Things That Come To Everyone’s Mind When They Think Of Hawaii
By Megan Shute
History
12 Things You’ll Remember If You Grew Up In The 80s In Hawaii
Hawaii
14 Strange Habits Every Hawaii Local Will Defend To The Death
14 Foolproof Ways To Make Someone From Hawaii Cringe
12 Things People From Hawaii Do That Seem Insane To Everyone Else
18 Things People From Hawaii Always Have To Explain To Out Of Towners
Attractions
13 Incredible Sites Steeped In Hawaiian History That Everyone Should Visit
The Unbelievable Legend Of The Hawaiian Menehune Will Blow You Away
