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Captain James Cook Monument
A replica of the original Captain Cook Monument in
England, this statue is located in Hofgard Park in Waimea to honor
the first "white man" to make it to the islands of Hawaii.
If you love history and are interested in the history of Hawaii
then this might be an interesting attraction to visit while on
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Bellstone
Bellstones are large rocks which make a resonating
sound when struck in the right place and with the right amount of
force, and just like most of the other islands of Hawaii Kauai has
its own bellstone which tourists can visit while on the island
which was used in ancient times by the Hawaiians announce events. |
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Fern Grotto
A natural lava rock grotto covered with tropical
ferns, and which is also a natural amphitheater. While at
the grotto if you sing or play a musical instrument the sound will
be enhanced by the acoustics of this natural amphitheater.
You can also enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area. |
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Hanakapi'ai Falls
For those a little more adventurous, a hike to
Hanakapi'ai Falls could be on your agenda as things to do while on
Kauai. To get to this beautiful waterfall requires about a
4-mile strenuous hike on the Kalalau Trail which is not for the
faint at heart. You'll need to do numerous stream crossings
to reach this 300 foot majestic waterfall. |
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Hanalei Bridge
Rich with Hawaiian history, this bridge was built
in 1912 on the north shore of the island and rebuilt in 2003 to
mirror the look of the original bridge. It also made
headlines when President Barack Obama posed for a picture in front
of the bridge. |
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Hanalei Taro Fields
The Hanalei Taro Fields aren't really an attraction
per se, but it is interesting to visit as taro was a staple food
of ancient Hawaiians. The taro fields are located in the
northern part of Kauai west of Princeville and is good to check
out if your sight-seeing around the area. |
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Hanapepe Swinging Bridge
An odd suspended old wooden bridge in the old
plantation town of Hanapepe, the Hanapepe Swinging Bridge was
built in 1911 and is an attraction you should visit if in the town
of Hanapepe. Walking across the bridge will cause it swing
and sway back and forth. |
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Hikinaakala
Heiau
One of several sacred heiaus located in Kauai's
royal center, this heiau was built in the 1300's and was a place
of refuge for people who broke the ancient Hawaiian laws.
While visiting the heiau be sure to read all the signs and to
respect the area. |
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Holoholoku
Heiau
Another sacred heiau located in Wailua Kauai, the
Holoholoku heaiu was part of royal property and the location where
queens gave birth to Hawaiian royalty. Be sure to read all
the signs and to respect the area while at the heiau as it is
still considered a sacred place to Hawaiians. |
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Kalalau
Lookout
You'll experience a spectacular view of knife-edged
cliffs and overgrown gorges that drop to the sea 4,000 feet below
at the Kalalau Lookout. Mist and cloud cover roll in and out of
the valley so a quick inquiry at the Kokee Museum for the best
time that day to see the full valley panoramic is suggested. |
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Kalihiwai
Falls
Located on the private lands of Princeville Ranch,
this is a two-tiered waterfall located in the Kalihiwai Valley
which requires a hike to reach. Several companies offer
tours to the falls, and it can also be viewed from the bridge that
crosses the Kalihiwai River. |
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Kauai Museum
An interesting place for those who are interested
in Hawaiian culture and history. The Kauai Museum is home to
a large collection of Hawaiian artifacts, historic photographs,
and Hawaiian art. There's also a gift shop if your
interested in purchasing some gifts. |
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Keahua
Arboretum
A relaxing and romantic atmosphere awaits you at
the 30 acre Keahua Arboretum with flowing streams, feshwater pools
to wade in, tropical forests, and more. A great place for a
picnic or to spend the day just to relax. There are also a
number of trails which start here like the Kuilau Ridge Hiking
Trail. |
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Kilauea Lighthouse
One of the most visited attractions on Kauai with
approximately a half-million visitors coming to the site each
year, the Kilauea Lighthouse is a 52 feet high and sits on the
northernmost point of all the islands of Hawaii - Kilauea Point.
The lighthouse served as a point of navigation in the early 1900's
for ships sailing to and from the Orient. |
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King Kong Profile
This attraction of King Kong's profile is actually
Kalalea Mountain. Driving north when your passing the
mountain if you look back its amazing how much the mountain really
looks like the profile of King Kong. |
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Kipu
Falls
A wide, small waterfall, Kipu Falls is a popular
attraction among both tourists and locals. The falls are fed
by the Huleia Stream and cascade over a wide rock wall with a
freshwater pool below. Ropes for swinging can be seen
hanging from the trees and at certain locations you can jump off
the top of the wall into the pool below. |
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Kokee
Museum
Officially opened in 1953, the Koke'e Museum serves
as both a museum and visitor center for both Koke'e State Parks
and Waimea Canyon. The museum is located in the middle of
the mountain region and is usually the starting point for those
interested in exploring Waimea Canyon. |
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Koloa Natural Amphitheater
The Koloa Natural Amphitheater is located in the
middle of a sugar cane field and is barely noticeable with no
signs to indicate the attraction. There's not much of
anything at the amphitheater, but it does look a little odd as a
elevated rocky structure in a basically flat grassy area. |
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Kukuiula
Small Boat Harbor
Located along the south coast of Kauai, this small
boat harbor is also a park. A great attraction to see the
see the south coast of Kauai, watch the sunset, or just watch the
diving and fishing boats come in and out of the harbor. |
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Makewehi
Lithfied Cliffs
Unusual cliff formations along the coast of Kauai
which have been weathered down by ocean waves and strong winds
over a long period of time. |
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Malae
Heiau
Located on the south side of the Wailua River near
the Holiday Inn on the east coast of Kauai, Malae Heiau is one of
the few sacred ancient Hawaiian temples on the island.
Little is known about this heiau, but according to Hawaiian legend
this temple was built by the menehunes. |
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Manini-holo Dry Cave
A large, wide cave that goes back about 150 feet
which is a great tourist attraction. The cave is located
across from Ha'ena Beach Park. |
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Menehune
Ditch
Although the Menehune Ditch appears quite ordinary
on first sight, inspection of the waterway reveals a unique kind
of fitted and faced stonework that can't be found anywhere else in
Hawaii. Only a tiny portion of the ditch has been preserved but it
once stretched for miles, starting from a dam upstream of Waimea
River and running down the cliff to the farms. |
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Menehune
Fishpond
Located in Huleia Valley, this fishpond was said to
be built by menehune, small people who lived on the island with
magical powers in ancient times, according to Hawaiian legend.
The fishpond was built for a prince and princess, and was used to
raise mullet by constructing a 900 foot damn at a wide elbow in
the Huleia River. |
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Napali
Coast |
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Napali
Coast Heiau |
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National Tropical Botanical
Garden
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Nawiliwili
Harbor
The main harbor of Kauai since 1930, the Nawiliwili
Harbor is located at the mouth of the Hule'ia Stream in the east
coast of Kauai. The harbor got its name from all the
Wiliwili trees which once surrounded the area around the harbor. |
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Ni'ihau Lookout
Less than a mile up Waimea Canyon Drive between
mile markers 13 and 14 you'll come across Ni'ihau Lookout.
On a clear day from this lookout you'll be able to see the island
of Ni'ihau which lies 17-miles off the western coast of the
island. Ni'ihau is a private island where only full-blooded
Hawaiians are allowed to live. |
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Ninini
Point Lighthouse
A 86-feet high lighthouse rebuilt in 1933 on the
east coast of Kauai overlooking Nawiliwili Bay. The area is a
great place for tourists to sight-see the bay and the east coast
of Kauai. |
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'Opaeka'a
Falls |
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Pohaku
Ho'ohanau Birthstone
This was the location where Hawaiian kings of the
island of Kauai were born. The mother who was giving birth
to the king would squat on the flat stone which is still present
today to give birth. Next to the brithstone is the remains
of the walls of a house which would be used until the mother and
child were ready to travel back after giving birth. |
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Poliahu
Heiau |
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Pools of Mokolea |
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Prince Kuhio Park |
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Queen's Bath |
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Roadside Falls |
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Russian Fort Elizabeth |
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Secret Falls |
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Sleeping Giant |
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Spouting Horn |
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Tree Tunnel |
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Waikanaloa
Wet Cave |
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Waikapalae
Wet Cave |
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Wailua
Falls |
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Wailua
River |
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Waimea
Canyon |
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Waimea
Plantation Cottages |
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Waimea
Swinging Bridge |
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