• Haleakala National Park
  The Park preserves the outstanding volcanic landscape of the upper slopes of Haleakala on the island of Maui and protects the unique and fragile ecosystems of Kipahulu Valley, the scenic pools along Oheo Gulch, and many rare and endangered species. Both areas of the Park offer guided walks and programs on the geology and natural and cultural history of the area. Located in Hawaii.
  
  
• Hawaii - USS Arizona Memorial
  The Memorial straddles the sunken hull of the battleship USS Arizona and commemorates the December 7, 1941, Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Memorial was dedicated in 1962, and became a National Park Service area in 1980.
  
  
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
  Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, established in 1916, displays the results of 70 million years of volcanism, migration, and evolution -- processes that thrust a bare land from the sea and clothed it with complex and unique ecosystems and a distinct human culture. The park encompasses 217,000 acres and ranges from sea level to the summit of the earth's most massive volcano, Mauna Loa at 13,677 feet. Located On the Island of Hawaii, 96 miles from Kailua-Kona and 30 miles from Hilo.
  
  
• Kakoko-Honokohau National Historic Park
  Established in 1978 for the preservation, protection and interpretation of traditional native Hawaiian activities and culture, Kaloko-Honoköhau NHP is an 1160 acre park full of incredible cultural and historical significance. It is the site of an ancient Hawaiian settlement which encompasses portions of four different ahupua`a, or traditional sea to mountain land divisions. Visitors can hike along the coast through the park and enjoy other activities such as: picnicking, fishing, snorkeling, swimming, bird-watching, and surfing. It is located at the base of Hualälai Volcano, along the Kona coast of the island of Hawaii.
  
  
• Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
  The founding of the Hawaiian kingdom can be directly associated with one structure in the Hawaiian Islands: Pu'ukohola Heiau. The temple was constructed to incur the favor of the war god Kuka'ilimoku. Built between 1790–91 by Kamehameha I (also known as Kamehameha the Great), together with chiefs, commoners, men, women, and children. In addition to visiting the heiau built by Kamehameha I and the site of John Young's homestead, you can sight see, hike, and bird watch. In winter and spring you can enjoy whale watching and shark sightings. Located on on the island of Hawaii about 33 miles north of Kailua-Kona.
  
  
• Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park
  Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park preserves the site where, up until the early 19th century, Hawaiians who broke a kapu or one of the ancient laws against the gods could avoid an otherwise certain death by fleeing to this place of refuge or pu’uhonua. They could then be absolved by a priest and free to go. The 182 acre park was established in 1961 and includes not only the pu’uhonua, but a complex of archeological sites including temple platforms, royal fishponds, sledding tracks, and some coastal village sites. Located on the island of Hawaii about 22 miles south of Kailua-Kona.
  
  

This Banner Space Provided Free as A Public Service of KinderStart.Com

Copyright 2000-2006 KinderStart.Com, Inc.
All rights reserved.