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 Celestial Hawaii, Paradise on Earth!
Hawaii, consisting of 8 major islands with several smaller islets in the central Pacific Ocean, is the 50th state of USA and located about 3380 km southwest of San Francisco. Volcanic in origin the Hawaiian Islands carry coral reefs on their edges. The capital city of Hawaii is Honolulu, the most economically and populous city of all Hawaiian cities. According to a 2000 population record, Hawaii had 1,211,537 inhabitants. Due to its natural beauty, Hawaii is sometimes called 'Paradise of the Pacific'.
Let's take a look at the 8 main islands of Hawaii...
Hawaii - The Big Island
Kona and Hilo are the most famous places of Hawaii, the Big Island. Active volcanoes and black sand beaches make the Big Island Hawaii an ideal cruise destination for geologists and naturalists. The climate here is varied and 11 different types of climate prevail. Nature can be enjoyed in its fullest on the Big Island.
Maui
Maui Island offers great tourist spots like Kahalui and Lahaina, the volcanic crater of Haleakala, and Hana with its adventurous road. Whale watching on the natural beaches forms the core of Maui's charm. More than two million tourists visit Maui each year.
Kauai
Kauai comprises famous tourist places like Lihue, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Bay, and Waimea Canyon. Beautiful and lush valleys are the main charm of Kauai. About a million people visit Kauai each year, enjoying its scenic beaches and water sports.
Oahu
Tourism Industry first started in Oahu, which is host to the capital city, Honolulu and other famous places like Waikiki (beach), Pearl Harbor, North Shore, and the famous Polynesian Cultural Center. High population, developed cities, and cultural shows of Oahu are the main attractions for tourists. If you don't mind a lot of people, Oahu is definitely going to refresh you.
Ni'ihau
Ni'ihau is also called the forbidden isle because you are not allowed to visit it unless invited by some permanent resident of the island. Ni'ihau is a small island and has a population of fewer than 500 people.
Lanai
Shipwreck beach, the Garden of the Gods, and Manele Bay are some of the most famous tourist spots on Lanai Island. It is a place characterized by solitude. Lanai attracts some 100,000 visitors each year. Lanai has only two luxury hotels to accommodate visitors.
Molokai
Molokai is known among tourists for places like Kauanakakai, Halawa Beach Park, and Molokai ranch. Kalaupapa, called the leper colony, and Father Damien's work are the most admirable attractions of Molokai. Some 80,000 people visit Molokai every year.
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