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Poliahu Heiau is one of seven heiaus of major importance that used to be in the Wailua river valley. From the Opaeka'a falls lookout you can reach this Heiau. You'll also notice on the right bank of the river (at this same pullout) is Kamokila, a re-created Hawaiian village that is also worth a visit.
Using the directions below you can locate the Heiau and find quite a bit of information on the placards in the vicinit...
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 This Russian fort was built by George Scheffer in 1816 with the assistance of the Kauai King Kaumuali'i. Officially Kauai had pledged allegiance to King Kamehameha, however, Kaumuali'i thought he could reclaim his kingdom with the help of Russia.
When Russia heard of Scheffer's promises and plans, they sent a ship to bring him back home. He fled to...
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 Koke'e State Park is located at a 4,000 foot elevation atop Waimea Canyon ridge. The park encompasses 4,345 acres of land and has over 45 miles of trails. A 20-square mile highland bog is known as the Alaka'i Swamp and is a unique experienc...
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Captain James Cook, a British sailor, changed the course of history for Hawaii when he sailed into the Waimea Harbor in January 1778, with his ships Resolution and Discovery. He reportedly was the first westerner to ever set foot on the islands.
Captain Cook explored several of the Hawaiian Islands until he was killed in 1779 on the Big Island of Hawaii in a petty dispute over a rowboat. This monument of Captain Cook i...
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 This Buddhist Temple, located off the main highway in Hanapepe, is an exotic but familiar site in Hawaii. When Japanese workers were brought to Hawaii to work in the sugar cane fields, they brought their Buddhist religion and many temples were built throughout the state.
The teachings of Zen extend back thousands of years and are based on human r...
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 This old sugar mill is a daily reminder of the past when sugar was the primary cash crop on Kauai and Koloa was the bustling center of it all. Walter McBryde, the second son of Duncan and Elizabeth, started the McBryde Sugar Co. in 1898. Today only a small amount of the original 5,000-acre plantation exists and is in production....
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This 80-acre sugar plantation belonged to George N. Wilcox and his nieces who built their home here in 1864. It was turned into a museum in 1978 and depicts the rise to fame of the prominent family. The main house is in pristine condition with walls and a staircase made of native Koa wood. Also on the grounds are a wash house, tea house, and guest cottage....
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This museum houses a treasure of the island's heritage, everything from feathered leis to vintage photographs. A permanent display is called The Story of Lana'i and is filled with Hawaiian artifacts and history of the past. Traveling exhibits and events are also hosted here year-round. Behind the museum, on Ewa Street, is the state offices where hiking and camping [url=http://www.hawaii-guide.net/Kauai_Guide/Pages/Permits...
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 The Wailua River is a historical and cultural site where many ancient villages and religious sites are located. The Kamokila Village was located above the large bend in the Wailua River. It was also the place where Kaumualii, King of Kauai, assembled his war canoes.
The village has been recreated and visitors can learn about ancient Hawai...
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Bellstones can be found on almost every Hawaiian Island. These stones were struck in a particular spot and resonant tone could be heard for great distances. They were usually "rung" to signal a significant event, such as a royal birth.
This bellstone is located down the hill from two other prominent boulders. These rocks were precisely placed and used to calibrate the Hawaiian calendars to the summer and winter solsti...
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This lovely church is known for its simple style and beautiful stained glass windows. Services were held in the area as early as 1888, but this church was not built until 1935 when the Kilauea Sugar Company deeded the land and provided the stone to build the church. The magnificent windows were made in England and were restored in 1968 to assure a long life.
The cemetery beside the church has graves dating back over 10...
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