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Honolulu is the capital of the U.S. state of Hawaii since 1845. Honolulu, meaning “sheltered bay” or “bay of shelter”, is the most populous and largest city of the Hawaiian Islands. Situated on the island of Oahu, it is the island’s top tourist destination and offers plenty to see and do.
What to see / do
* Diamond Head – A volcanic tuff cone, popular for hikes and great views.
* Hawaii State Museum of Natural and Cultural History – Museum of Polynesian culture
* Honolulu Zoo – Great collection of exotic and some unusual animals
* Iolani Palace – Former royal palace
* Pearl Harbor – The harbour and war memorials are found just outside the city
* Waikiki Aquarium – Third oldest aquarium in the US with hundreds of species from Hawaii and the Pacific.
* Waikiki Beach – Soft white sand and various hotels, the busiest beach in Hawaii.
Events
* Aloha Festivals – Oldest and largest Hawaiian cultural event with traditional music, dance, art and history.
* Annual Honolulu Festival – Drawing thousands of spectators to this Hawaiian premier cultural event.
* Hawaii Dragon Boat Festival - Held in June, racing with colorful dragon boats and canoes to the rhythm of pounding drums.
* Honolulu’s Annual Lei Day Celebration – Daily events such as a Lei contest for all ages, free lei making workshops, and the crowning of the Lei Queen and her court.
* King Kamehemeha Hula Competition – International hula competition with traditional and contemporary hula styles and contestants from all over the world.
* Na Hoku O Hawaii Music Festival – A music festival held at the Hawaii Convention Center with workshops, performances and awards following the event.
* Ukulele Festival – A non-profit event, attracting almost 20 000 locals and tourists with Ukulele artists performing for hours.
