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Hawaii,a world-famous archipelago over the central pacific

Hawaii,a world-famous archipelago over the central pacific

Write: Yara [2011-05-20]

Hawaii is home to world-famous visitor attractions that are spread throughout the state's main islands of Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. Travelers visiting Hawaii will find a wide variety of unique and enjoyable sightseeing adventures. These adventures feature sites such as Maui's historic town of Hana, Kauai's rugged Waimea Canyon, the seven-mile miracle and surfing mecca on Oahu's North Shore, and the Big Island's active lava flows.

Attractions by Island
Oahu
The Island of Oahu is home to the ancient volcanic crater of Diamond Head. Overlooking Waikiki, this extinct crater is one of the world's most recognizable landmarks and is also one of Hawaii's most photographed natural features.
Another one of Hawaii's top attractions lies at the bottom of Pearl Harbor. Every year, thousands visit the USS Arizona Memorial and the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers from wars past.

Maui
Maui offers a number of sightseeing attractions ranging from its historic towns to the best white sand beaches Hawaii has to offer. Visitors to the Valley Isle who take the long and scenic drive on Hana Highway will experience tranquil views of lush rainforest and cascading waterfalls as they travel on the famous winding road.
Conversely, the adventurous traveler will enjoy mountain biking up the 10,000 foot dormant volcano named Haleakala. Maui's tallest attraction is home to a number of space observatories and also offers a wide spectrum of scenery including indigenous plants and animals and rugged terrain.

Kauai
Visitors to Kauai will enjoy the island's less developed landscape and untouched natural wonders. The Waimea Canyon, also known as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific", offers stunning views of its 3,000 foot deep canyon. If that isn't enough to take your breath away, look at the waterfalls created by Mount Waialeale, one of the rainiest spots on earth.

Beach goers will want to make the drive to the town of Hanalei on the island's north shore. Here, the Na Pali Coast serves as a magnificent backdrop for pristine white sand beaches that line the coast. Visitors can drive to the end of the road at Haena State Park where secluded beaches offer glimpses of famed Bali Hai.

Big Island
One of the Big Island's most famous attractions is Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on the planet. Visitors can witness the area's biological diversity and learn about Hawaiian culture at on our Big Island volcano tour. The Park also offers visitors a variety of trails and hikes for those who want to explore more of the park beyond paved roads. Depending on volcanic activity, there may be opportunities to view active lava flows.

From: http://www.robertshawaii.com/guide/attractions/attractions.php