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Images of Hawaii
These isolated islands are a Pacific paradise. Volcanoes, palm trees, an ancient Polynesian culture, and the world's most beautiful rainbows make this place a magnificent travel destination.

Waipio Valley waterfall A slender but dramatic waterfall graces the slopes of Waipio Valley on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Hibiscus blossom Hawaii is home to some of the most beautiful flowers in the world, including this hibiscus.

Tropical Plants for Home and Garden Tropical Plants for Home and Garden: a pictorial guide to tropical gardening.

Ancient Hawaiian petroglyphs Ancient Hawaiians carved many petroglyphs into the volcanic lava, depicting men and women, flowers, stars, and geometrical shapes.

Paradise A secluded beach at the western end of the island of Oahu.

Hawaiian Heiau This traditional heiau, a native Hawaiian temple, faces the waves of the Pacific Ocean.

Kilauea Lava from the very active Kilauea volcano flows into the ocean, on the Big Island.

Pu`uhonua O Honaunau Pu`uhonua O Honaunau, the place of refuge. In traditional Hawaiian culture, people who broke kapu (the code of laws established by the gods), could avoid death by coming to this place for absolution by a priest.

Hawaii Volcanoes Cracked lava at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Kilauea Crater The smoking floor of Kilauea Crater.

All photographs © 2007 Michael Hanrahan
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