Oahu - Hawaii

Oahu, an island is 597 square miles size of, is the second oldest island.It has two major mountain ranges that were once two shield volcanoes which have long since become extinct.The Waianae range is the oldest part of Oahu at about four million years old. Over a hundred ridges extend from the spines of each range.The most famous of these former craters include Diamond Head and Punchbowl craters, both popular visitor attractions.Koko Head crater is the youngest part of Oahu at about 32,000 years old.The Waianae mountain range lies on the west side of the island, separating Central Oahu from the Leeward coast. For the most part,it remains considerably warmer and drier.Climate is 23-31 degrees C beetween all year.

Areas of Oahu - Hawaii

- Waikiki
- Honolulu
- North shore
- Windward oahu
- He'eia State Park
- Leeward and central Oahu

Waikiki in Oahu - Hawaii

Today, Waikiki is a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world. Along the main strip of Kalakaua Avenue you'll find world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, and hospitality. You can do here, Swim, learn how to surf, sunbathe, shop, dine, learn about Hawaiian culture, view entertainment.

Honolulu in Oahu - Hawaii

Honolulu is the capital and most populous census-designated place (CDP) in the U.S. state of Hawaii. Although Honolulu refers to the city itself along the south shore of the island, it is commonly designated[citation needed] as the entire island of Oahu. In the Hawaiian language, Honolulu means "sheltered bay" or "place of shelter." It lies along the southeast coast of the island of Oahu and of the City & County of Honolulu. The population was 371,657 at the 2000 census. Honolulu is the only incorporated city in Hawaii; all other local government entities in Hawaii are administered at the county level.

North shore - Turtle bay in Oahu - Hawaii

Turtle Bay Resort has almost five miles of beachfront that includes the beauty of Kawela Bay, Bay View Beach Lawn and of course Turtle Bay. Only 45 minutes from the high pulse and energy of Honolulu. This is a most beautifull luxury hotel in Hawaii.

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Windward oahu - Hawaii

Windward is a term used in the islands to refer to areas where the prevailing winds blow. These areas are wetter and more lush than the drier leeward shore. Windward Oahu is strikingly beautiful, with mountains, waterfalls, rich agricultural areas, and a string of lovely beaches along the coastline. It also offers a variety of attractions from the tranquil gardens of a Japanese temple to the joyous celebration of island culture at the Polynesian Cultural Center.

He'eia State Park in Oahu - Hawaii

Built on the finger of a lava flow, the park offers panoramic views as well as highly educational exhibits. Growing there are native plants that served as foods for the ancient Hawaiians -- bananas, coconuts, breadfruit, taro, and sugarcane. A marine life exhibit features a high-tech saltwater aquarium. At one end is He'eia Kea Pier where you can catch a glass-bottom boat for a tour of the coral reefs in Kaneohe Bay.