HAWAI

History

The Aloha State became the

50thstate in 1959, but the
history of Hawaii goes back
centuries earlier. Roughly 1,500
years ago, Polynesians from the
Marquesas Islands first set foot
onHawaii Island. With only the
stars to guide them, they
miraculously sailed over 2000
miles in canoes to migrate to the

 500 years later, settlers from

Tahiti arrived, bringing their
beliefs in gods and demi-gods
and instituting a strict social
hierarchy based on a kapu
(taboo) system. Hawaiian culture
flourished over the centuries,
giving
rise
to
the
art
of
thehulaand the sport ofsurfing,
but
land
division
conflicts

 In 1778, Captain James Cook,

landed onKauaiatWaimeaBay.
Naming the archipelago the
"Sandwich Islands" in honor of
the Earl of Sandwich, Cook
opened the doors to the west.
Cook was killed only a year later
in Kealakekua Bay on Hawaii
Island.

 In
1791,NorthKohalabornKameham
ehaunited the warring factions of
Hawaii Island and went on to unify
all of the Hawaiian Islands into one
royal kingdom in 1810. In 1819,
less than a year after King
Kamehameha's death, his son,
Liholiho, abolished the ancient
kapu system.

 In 1820, the first Protestant

missionaries arrived on Hawaii
Island filling the void left after
the end of the kapu system.
Hawaii
became
a
port
for
seamen, traders and whalers.
Thewhalingindustry
boom
flourished
inLahainaHarbor
inMaui. Throughout these years
of growth, western disease took

 Western influence continued to

grow and in 1893, American
Colonists who controlled much of
Hawaii's economy overthrew the
Hawaiian Kingdom in a peaceful,
yet still controversial coup. In
1898, Hawaii became a territory
of the United States.

 On December 7, 1941, the

Japanese launched a surprise
attack onPearl HarboronOahu.
1959, Hawaii became the 50th
State of the United States. Today,
Hawaii is a global gathering
place for visitors to share in the
spirit of aloha. Beyond the sun
and surf of the islands, we urge
you to discover the rich cultural
history of Hawaii to add even
more depth to your visit.

Hawaii Geography & Maps

There are primarily six major islands
to
visit
in
Hawaii:Kauai,Oahu,Molokai,Lanai,
MauiandHawaii Island. Due to
shifting volcanic activity, the oldest
Hawaiian island is Kauai to the
northwest and the youngest is
Hawaii Island to the southeast.

 You can see this difference by comparing

the topography of these two islands: On
Kauai youll find lush rainforests and sea
cliffs worn by time along theNapali
Coast. Hawaii Island features rugged lava
landscapes as well as Kilauea Volcano,
erupting to this day atHawaii Volcanoes
National Park.

 The Hawaiian Islands are also one the

most isolated archipelagos in the
world and the southernmost state in
the United States. It is generally drier
on the leeward (western) sides of the
islands, and wetter on the windward
(eastern) sides. Hawaiis wide range
of elevations and microclimates allow
you to experience a variety of
environments including some of the
worlds bestbeaches, lush rainforests,
volcanic deserts and scenic highaltitude views.

Race and ethnicity

According to the2010 United States
Census, Hawaii had a population of
1,360,301. In terms of race and ethnicity,
the
state
was
38.6%Asian,
24.7%White(22.7% Non-Hispanic White
Alone), 23.6% from Two or More Races,
10.0%Native Hawaiiansand OtherPacific
Islanders, 8.9%Hispanicsand Latinos of
any race, 1.6% Black or African American,
1.2% from Some Other race, and 0.3%
Native American and Alaska Native

Languages
The state of Hawaii has two official
languages
recognized
in
its
1978
constitution:English
and
Hawaiian.
Article XV, Section 4 specifies that
"Hawaiian shall be required for public
acts and transactions only as provided
by law."Hawaii Creole English(locally
referred to asPidgin) is the native
language
of
many
born-and-raised
residents and is a second language for
many other residents.

Hawaii Weather
Weather in Hawaii is very consistent, with
only
minor
changes
in
temperature
throughout the year. There are really only
2 seasons in Hawaii: summer (called Kau in
Hawaiian) from May to October and winter
(Hooilo) from November to April. The
average daytime summer temperature at
sea level is 85 F. (29.4 C) while the
average daytime winter temperature is 78
(25.6 C). Temperatures at night are
approximately 10 F. lower.

Temperature and Climate Zones

The islands are an incredible
collection
of
diverse
microenvironments, each with its own
unique weather, plants, and
animals. As a result of the
shielding
effect
of
volcanic
mountains and the differences in
weather
found
at
various
elevations, you can find tropical
rain forests, cool alpine regions,

Religion
The largest denominations by number of
adherents were the Catholic Church with
249,619 adherents in 2010and the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with
68,128 adherents in 2009.The third-largest
religious
group
includes
all
nondenominational
churches
with
128
congregations and 32,000 members. The
third-largest
denominational
group
is
theUnited Church of Christwith 115
congregations and 20,000 members.

 According to data provided by

religious establishments,
religion in Hawaii in 2000 was
distributed as follows:
Christianity: 351,000 (29%)
Buddhism: 110,000 (9%)
Judaism: 10,000 (0.8%)
Other: 100,000 (10%)[
Unaffiliated: 650,000 (51%)

Economy
The history of Hawaii can be traced
through
a
succession
of
dominantindustries: sandalwood, whaling,
sugarcane, pineapple, military, tourism,
and education. Since statehood in 1959,
tourism has been the largest industry,
contributing 24.3% of the gross state
product (GSP) in 1997, despite efforts to
diversify. The gross output for the state in
2003 wasUS$47billion; per capita income
for Hawaii residents wasUS$30,441.

Culture
Theaboriginalculture
of
Hawaii
isPolynesian.
Hawaii
represents
the
northernmost
extension
of
the
vastPolynesian Triangleof the south and
central Pacific Ocean. While traditional
Hawaiian culture remains only as vestiges
in modern Hawaiian society, there are
reenactments of the ceremonies and
traditions throughout the islands. Some of
these cultural influences are strong
enough to affect the United States at
large, including the popularity oflau
andhula.

Health
As of 2009, Hawaii's health care system
insures 92% of residents. Under the state's
plan, businesses are required to provide
insurance to employees who work more than
twenty hours per week. Heavy regulation of
insurance companies helps keep the cost to
employers down. Due in part to heavy
emphasis on preventive care, Hawaiians
require hospital treatment less frequently
than the rest of the United States, while
total health care expenses (measured as a
percentage of state GDP) are substantially
lower.

Governance
The state government of Hawaii
is modeled after the federal
government with adaptations
originating from the kingdom
era of Hawaiian history. As
codified in the Constitution of
Hawaii,
there
are
threebranches of government:
executive,
legislative
and
judicial.

Most Popular Places To

Visit In Hawaii

Oahu: USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl

Harbor
Located on over 17 acres, the recently
renovated Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
is now operated by the National Park
Service. When visiting Pearl Harbor,
guests can tour the whole Visitor
Center, but should be prepared to
have a couple of hours if they want to
take their time and see it all.

Kauai: Na Pali Coast State

Wilderness Park
This coastal region isnt just one of the
best places to visit in Hawaii, but it is
also super rich in Hawaiian cultural
history. This area was home to Hawaiian
Alii (royalty), and known for its lavishly
flowing waterfalls and freshwater rivers,
an abundance of Hawaiian flora and
fauna, and an excess supply of natural
food
sources
from
valley
to
sea

Maui: Road to Hana

is one of the most popular
activities to do in Hawaii, and
one that Maui lovers should do at
least once in their lifetime. Most
visitors choose to experience the
road to Hana in two ways by car
or
with
a
guided
tour.

Maui: Haleakala National Park

When on the Valley Isle, visitors
must seek out an adventure to
Haleakala for a sunrise or a
sunset, guided activities, hiking
and
camping
trips.

The big Island: Hawaii

Volcanoes National Park
Since 1916, the Big Islands
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
has been the place to go for those
whod like to learn more about
how the Hawaiian Islands were
formed through a fascinating and
eruptive timeline of events.

Questions

To that country belongs

hawaii?

It belongs to The United States

What is the time difference from

the continental US?
Hawaii follows Hawaii Standard Time
(GMT-10 hours), which is 5 hours
behind Eastern Standard Time and 2
hours behind Pacific Standard Time.
Hawaii does not observe Daylight
Savings Time so add one extra hour
to the time difference during this
period (March through November).

Where is the main airport on

Hawaii Island?
Travel to Kona International
Airport (KOA) in Kona to the
west,
or
Hilo
International
Airport (ITO) in Hilo to the east.
Most visitors arrive in Kona.
There is also the option of flying
into
Honolulu
International
Airport (HNL) first and then
taking a short, 35-40 minute

Do I need a car to get around

Hawaii Island?
They recommend a rental car for
flexibility and ease, and we
strongly suggest booking before
you arrive. All the major rental
companies are found on Hawaii
Island. There are also guided
tours of every type from bus
tours and taxis to private limos.

Do I need my passport to get to

Hawaii Island?

Since Hawaii is the 50th state, you

wont need to bring your passport
unless youre visiting from outside the
United States or traveling to another
country after Hawaii.

What is the area code for Hawaii

Island?

The area code for the

state of Hawaii is
(808).

Which are the principal islands

of hawaii?

Kauai,Oahu,Molokai,Lanai,Mau
iandHawaii Island.

Which is the official language of

hawaii?

Englishand Hawaiian.

Year in which Hawwai was

introduced by it to EUA?

1959

How many are the stations of the

year that stand out in Hawaii?

They are two the stations of the

year that prevail, the summer
and the winter

Map of Hawaii

Flag and shield of

Hawaii

Coin of Hawaii

What is the principal occupation

in Hawaii?

The tourism and agriculture in

some zones

Which is the culture of

hawaii?
Polynesian

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http://www.prideofmaui.com/blo
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http://www.gohawaii.com/en/bigisland/about/
http://wikipedia.org/wiki/Haw
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