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Hula

hula kahiko
Legacy is as important to this highly ritualized...

Surfing

north shore surfer
Surf culture known today barely represents...

Aina

koolau mountains
The aina (land) is central to the Hawaiian...

Aloha

lei greeting
More than a word, aloha is a concept...

 

Aloha Friday

aloha shirt
Island culture is characterized b...

Island Style Directions

view from diamond head
Giving directions "island style" relies on...

Lei

king kamehameha statue with lei
One of Hawaii's most colorful, and certainly...

Aumakua

green sea turtle
Ancient Hawaiians believed animals...

Music

ukulele playing
Hawaii's music roots are in Hawaiian folk...

Monarchy

Iolani Palace
In just 15 years, Kamehameha...

Hawaii Highlights