Hawaiʻi State Flag Derives From King Kamehameha I

Hawaiʻi state flag derives from King Kamehameha I

HONOLULU (KHON2) - In the ahupuaʻa of Honouliuli, which lies in the moku of ʻEwa here on Oʻahu, stands a roadway which brings our attention to our flag.   We are speaking of Puwalu St. The story behind statue of King Kamehameha I In Hawaiian, the word puwalu can mean “all together or in unison,” but it also means “flag, as on a pole.” The first flag to Hawaiʻi was around 1794 when Chief Kamehameha voluntarily ceded to Great Britain. He was…

The Best State Parks in Hawaiʻi in 2025 - Hawaii Magazine

From epic hiking trails to incredible vistas, state parks in Hawaiʻi are diverse in beauty and terrain, offering unique activities. These are the five standout state parks in Hawaiʻi that our readers love the most. 1. Waimea Canyon State Park, Kaua‘i Waimea Canyon Lookout on Kauaʻi.Photo: Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA)/Ben Ono Nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” Waimea Canyon stretches more than 10 miles long and reaches depths of up t…

Lots of meaning found in nation's flag

We send a message when we, as a person, country, political party, supporter of some cause, or organization display a flag to reflect who we are. Your flag “message” can be displayed in your house on the wall, or outside…