Honolulu
is on the southern coast of the Hawaiian island of
Oahu. The name Honolulu means "protected bay" - Honolulu
is protected by the Koolau Range to the north and
Sand Island protects the harbor to the south. This
bustling city has a culturally diverse population of around 800,000.
The tropical climate and some of the world's
best beaches draw visitors from all nations. Honolulu
has many historical and cultural attractions as well
as Waikiki; known for its beautiful beach and Diamond Head, an extinct
volcano that has a 360-degree view from its summit.
Waikiki Beach is
the main visitor destination in the Honolulu area.
In addition to the beautiful white sand beach and
crystal clear surf, Waikiki, just west of Diamond
Head, includes points of interest such as the Honolulu
Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, and Kapiolani Park. For
shopping, the Ala Moana Shopping Center, located between Downtown and
Waikiki, has over 200 stores and is one of the largest open-air malls
in the country.
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