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Honolulu
Hawaii's
cultural and state capital is a cosmopolitan brew frothed with surf.
Despite
Honolulu's skyscrapers and traffic jams, it's one of the most
laid-back urban centers in America. Add sandy beaches, waving palms
and the balmy weather of Waikiki and you've got a great mix of sun-fun
and culture, best enjoyed with a multiethnic plate lunch.
It might be part of the USA, but tropical Honolulu is more
laid-back than any mainland capital.
Honolulu
By the numbers:
Population: 371,657
Elevation: 7 feet
Average Annual Rainfall: 21.6 inches
Average Jan. Temperature: 73 degrees F
Average July Temperature: 80 degrees F
Quick Facts:
Industries: Oil, electronics, computers, automobile manufacturing,
aerospace industries, agriculture, telecommunications, chemicals,
mining, processing and packaging
Major Tourist Destination: the beaches, golf courses
Ethnic Mix: 19.67% Caucasian; 1.62% African-American; 6.85% Hawaiian
natives; 4.37% Hispanic; 55.85% Asian
Time Zone: GMT-10
Country Dialing Code: 1
Area Code: 808
 Did You Know?
The bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 by Japan triggered the
entrance of the United States into World War II and the imposition of
martial law until 1944. Pearl Harbor is today one of the most
frequently visited tourist attractions in Hawaii. Interestingly, Pearl
Harbor has as many visitors from Japan as it does from the United
States.
Orientation:
Located on the southern end of Oahu, Honolulu is a harbor city located
2550 miles southwest of Los Angeles. Honolulu is dually the capital
and the largest city in the Hawaiian Islands.
When to go Honolulu:
Honolulu remains pleasant throughout the year; though your best bet
would be to visit during the months of December to February.
What to See in Honolulu:
Queen Emma Summer Palace
Kapiolani Beach Park Honolulu
Manoa Falls
Koko Crater Botanical Gardens
Heeia State Park
 What to Do in Honolulu:
Hiking
Golf
Cycling
Water sports
What to Eat in Honolulu:
Mahi-mahi
Chicken katsu
Poke
Puna goat cheese
What to Shop in Honolulu:
Aromatherapy oils
Crystals
Jewelry
Chinaware
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