Oahu
As with most visitors, our entry point to Hawaii was Honolulu, Oahu, the most populated and metropolitan of the Hawaii islands.
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The most famous place on Oahu is undoubtedly Pearl Harbor because of the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941 that will live in infamy. Today, everything looks serene and peaceful.
Well, not everything. The remains of USS Arizona that was sunk during the attach are still visible in the harbor, and a Memorial has been erected to commemorate the event.
Today as always, ther is a large Japanese population on the Hawaii Islands. Byodo-In Temple is such a Japanese style Buddist temple.
The most exciting event on Oahu is to hike the peak of Diamond Head, which is the highest point of an extinct valcanic crater. From there, Diamond Head Lighthouse is clearly in view.
As is the skyline of Honolulu. You can see how modern the city is today.
But there are still wild coasts on Oahu. The coast near Halona Blowhole still looks beautiful and untamed today.
Near Rabbit Island, the rock sea seashore is also wild and breathtaking, with turquoise waters shining brilliantly in the tropical sun.
Nearby, Makapuu Point perches dramatically on the eastern most point of Oahu to overlook the Pacific Ocean.
After exploring Oahu for a few days, we went to the Big Island for a few days. After coming back, we took a dip -- which is to say we snorkeled -- in Hanauma Bay.
Our last impression of Hawaii was of the Ala Wai Canal.
Pearl Harbor
USS Arizona
USS Arizona Memorial
Byodo-In Temple
Diamond Head Lighthouse
Diamond Head Lighthouse
Diamond Head Lighthouse
Honolulu
Coast near Halona Blowhole
Coast near Halona Blowhole
Rabbit Island
Rabbit Island
Makapuu Point Lighthouse
Hanauma Bay
Ala Wai Canal
