GoHawaii.com: Explore Hawaii's History
Wednesday 03 June 2009 at 10:25 am.Enrich your visit to Hawaii by learning about the fascinating history of Hawaii. One of the best places to start is the Bishop Museum on Oahu. Here you'll find one of the largest collections of Hawaiian and Polynesian artifacts in the world. Learn about the Kingdom of Hawaii's royal monarchy (which ended in 1893) at Iolani Palace. Visit the site of an epic battle lead by King Kamehameha I at beautiful Iao Valley on Maui. Discover Waimea on Kauai where Captain Cook first stepped foot on the Hawaiian Islands in 1778. Or explore the customs of ancient Hawaiians at Puuhonua o Honaunau National Park on Hawaii's Big Island. An exploration of Hawaii's history and culture will make your next visit even more meaningful.
Read more on the history section of Hawaii's Official Tourism Site.
