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since 1919. Visitor center features a TROPICAL FARMS For a one-of-a-kind
breathtaking replica of Thorvaldsen's experience, visit Oahu's only macadamia
"Christus" statue. nut farm outlet. Enjoy true Hawaiian
hospitality with free samples of freshly
POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER roasted mac nuts, dried fruits, and Kona
Authentic Hawaiian lu'au with a coffee from a deck overlooking an 800
spectacular Polynesian show. Explore year-old fish pond in a lush tropical
genuine Polynesian villages from Tonga, setting.
Fiji, Tahiti, Samoa, the Marquesas, New
Zealand, and Hawaii. The Center has a VALLEY OF THE TEMPLES The
marketplace with souvenirs, gifts and Byodo-In Temple sits up against the steep
crafts, plus an IMAX theater. This is one and beautiful pali (vertical cliffs) of the
of Oahu's top attractions. Closed Sundays. Ko'olau Mountains. This replica of a 900
For reservations and information call: year-old Japanese
293-3333
temple features a huge Buddha. Valley of
DOLE PLANTATION On Kamehameha the Temples Memorial Park has beautiful
Highway just 10 minutes from the North grounds and fish ponds with koi.
Shore. Wander through the "World's
Largest Maze" as recognized by the 2001 HE'EIA STATE PARK Coastal picnic
Guinness Book of Records, take a ride on and beach site. Party hall rentals.
the Pineapple Express Train, stroll
through the Plantation Garden, and then TheBus: Information Line: 848-5555 See
stop in the country store for a refreshing Oahu as a relaxed passenger instead of as
Pineapple Dole Whip or pick up a unique a driver. Get around the island in a most
gift. economical way. Take TheBus. A quarter
of a million riders use TheBus every day
WAHIAWA BOTANICAL GARDEN traveling to and from it's 4000 stops on
Right in the middle of Oahu, these almost 6
gardens have 26 acres of lovely ferns,
trees and flowers. dozen lines. To circumnavigate the island
you can take off from Ala Moana
KUALOA RANCH is a genuine working Shopping Center and return after an all-
cattle ranch in an unbelievably beautiful day adventure. TheBus is so efficient that
setting. Enjoy horseback and ATV riding, many tourists don't even bother to rent a
mountain and ocean views, or tours car.
through lush gardens, ancient fish ponds
and a variety of movie sets. Kualoa is
Oahu's "biggest" attraction, at 4000 acres.
For information call 237-8515.
