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Honolulu is the capital and largest city of the state of Hawaii. Honolulu is located in the southern part of the island of Oahu (Oahu). Oahu is the third largest and most populated island in the Hawaiian Islands. The population of Honolulu within the city limits is 390 thousand people (as of 2010). The population within the administrative district of Honolulu (the city itself and the rest of the island of Oahu) is 953 thousand people. At the same time, there are a huge number of tourists in Honolulu all year round.

Distances from Honolulu to:

• San Francisco - 3850 km
• San Diego - 4200 km
• New York - 8000 km

Honolulu is a modern city, a recognized tourist destination, visited by millions of tourists every year. It is a safe and beautiful place to live. If you do not have financial problems, then life on the island will seem easy and carefree. Beautiful landscapes, numerous and varied entertainment venues, excellent restaurants, and at the same time a low crime rate and a stable economy. Unemployment and job growth are well above the US average. But life in a resort paradise is not cheap: almost all consumer goods must be shipped from the mainland, housing prices are very high. Another disadvantage is the isolation on a small island and remoteness from other places. It should be understood that Honolulu is a big city with typical problems: crime, transport, lack of affordable housing. This is not the place where people go to "run away from everyone" and be alone. Other places on the islands of the Hawaiian archipelago are suitable for this.

It is authentically known that on the site of modern Honolulu already in the 11th century there was a settlement of people. Most likely they were the descendants of brave sea travelers who moved from other Polynesian islands. In the 18th century, there was no single state in the Hawaiian Islands. As a result of prolonged civil strife, Kamehameha I came to power, becoming the first king in a united state. By the 19th century, Honolulu had become the center of trade in the Hawaiian Islands, and large enterprises began to appear in the city center. Significantly increased interest in Hawaii from the United States. In 1893, with the support of the Americans, the monarchy was overthrown, and in 1898 Hawaii was annexed by the United States. Honolulu entered world history thanks to the bloody events of 1941, when Japan attacked the US naval base Pearl Harbor on December 7. This event became one of the most significant military battles of World War II. "Pearl Harbor" (Pearl Harbor), where the US Navy is concentrated, is located west of Honolulu.

Today Honolulu is a financial, commercial and business center in the Hawaiian archipelago. This Pacific outpost is of great strategic importance, in addition, it is a serious transport hub connecting East and West. Tourism is the backbone of the economy of Honolulu and the Hawaiian Islands. It is believed that tourists annually invest about $10 billion in the city's economy. Pearl Harbor and the Navy Yards are another constant source of income for the economy.

In addition, there are many commercial, industrial and commercial enterprises in Honolulu. Approximately one fifth of the land in Honolulu County is used for agriculture. The main agricultural product is sugar cane. Aquaculture is also practiced - breeding and growing algae and shellfish on marine plantations. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is a center for research and development, especially in the fields of oceanography, astrophysics, geophysics and biomedicine.

The scarcity of free land and developed tourism contribute to an increase in the cost of living in Hawaii. The cost and rent of housing in Honolulu is one of the highest in the United States. Also higher than in the mainland of the country, the cost of food, fuel, things. Under such conditions, many Hawaiians are forced to work multiple jobs at the same time.

Most people who come to Hawaii come to Hawaii through Honolulu. Honolulu International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the United States, with more than 20 million passengers passing through it every year.

Unlike many cities in the US mainland, Honolulu's streets have a lot of twists and turns and do not form a regular street grid. Traffic in Honolulu is a constant problem. This is facilitated by narrow streets and a large number of people living in a relatively small space.

The racial composition of Honolulu in 2013:

• white - 18.7%
• African Americans - 1.5%
• Asians - 55.3%
• mixed race - 13.1%
• Pacific origin - 6.7%
• Indians - 0.1%

Hispanics of any race make up 4.4% of the population. Only 3.1% of residents are native Hawaiians. At the same time, more than half of the population of Honolulu is of Asian origin:

• Japanese descent - 20.6%
• Filipino descent - 11.8%
• Chinese origin - 10.3%

Socio-economic indicators in Honolulu:

• average income per person (for 2013) - $33,975
• population living below the poverty line (for 2009) - 11.8%
• unemployment (as of June 2014) - 4.5% - is noticeably lower than the national average, while many are only partially employed in low-paid jobs.
• cost of living index (for 2013) - 194.4 - this is a very high figure, 100 is the average index for the United States.

The average age of Honolulu residents is 41.9 years. This is about 10 years more than in many US cities. Even in the "American health resort for pensioners" - Miami, the average age of a resident is 37.7. The environment and quality medical care are responsible for one of the highest life expectancies in the country.

Attractions Honolulu

Waikiki (Waikiki) - the resort area of ​​Honolulu, where numerous hotels, shops, nightlife and white sandy beaches are concentrated;

Pearl Harbor (Pearl Harbor) - you can spend a whole day visiting this place;

Diamond Head is a huge volcanic crater Diamond Head, which largely forms the background landscape of Honolulu. An incredibly beautiful view opens up from the top of the crater;

Hanauma Bay is a bay located on the southeast coast of Oahu. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the island;

Iolani Palace (Iolani Palace) - the only royal palace in the United States;

Kapiolani Park is the city's largest park;

Honolulu Zoo - a small neat zoo in Honolulu;

Ala Moana Beach Park - a sandy beach between downtown Honolulu and the Waikiki area;

Waikiki Aquarium - Waikiki Aquarium;

Lyon Arboretum - an arboretum with a botanical garden;

Ala Moana Center - the city's largest mall;

Aloha Tower is an iconic lighthouse located in the harbor of Honolulu;

Hawaii State Capitol - very unusual for the United States, the Hawaii State Capitol;

The climate in Honolulu is tropical, with almost year-round sunshine. The main feature of the weather in Honolulu is its stability. Within 12 months, the average daily temperature changes slightly. Thus, the average temperature in January is 22.8 C, and in June 27.1 C. Usually in summer the temperature rises to 26-29 C during the day and does not fall below 21-23 C at night. Only a couple of times in winter the temperature can drop to 15 C. The water temperature near the coast is also consistently high: about 27 C in summer and 25 C in winter. Summer in Honolulu is very dry with almost no rainfall. It rains only in the winter season, but the precipitation is moderate.

Due to the beautiful and stable weather, the best time to visit Honolulu and the Hawaiian Islands is the "off season" (April-early June, September-November). At this time, it is easier to rent a hotel room, lower prices and fewer tourists. "High season" lasts from December to March. At this time, the number of tourists on the island increases markedly, and prices are maximum. The "medium season" lasts from June to August.

And one of the most famous resorts in the world.

The name "honolulu" in Hawaiian means "secluded bay", and the city fully justifies its name. The resort really is a magnificent bay on the azure coast of the Pacific Ocean, which is completely closed from hurricanes and storms. Moreover, Honolulu is considered one of the most popular areas on Hawaiian archipelago, which is famous for its golden sands, beautiful nature, exceptionally mild climate, endless blue of the ocean and luxurious hotels. Moreover, the glory of an excellent resort city does not prevent Honolulu from being a major center of business, trade and culture. Therefore, in addition to the most beautiful beaches and tropical nature, there are many entertainment centers, shops, restaurants, cultural institutions and even its own Chinatown.

Climate and weather

Honolulu lies in the zone of tropical oceanic climate, thanks to which the weather here is always warm and comfortable. The year on the islands is divided into two seasons: winter (October to April) and summer (May to October). In winter, heavy rains often occur, and the rest of the time there is dry and sunny weather. The coolest months are January and February, when the thermometer drops to +18 °С, and in August, which is the hottest here, the average air temperature is +25...+30 °С.

Nature

Honolulu is located on an island Oahu, which is part of the Hawaiian archipelagolocated in the Pacific Ocean. The city lies on the southeast coast, between low mountains, Honolulu Bay and the cone of an extinct volcano. Diamond Head.

Due to its favorable geographical location and favorable climate, the island has preserved many species of unique endemic plants, some of which do not grow anywhere else. These include koa acacia, howe hibiscus, lumbang, kiave, and pandan.

Attractions

It is recommended to start sightseeing in the city from the picturesque area Waikiki, on the territory of which there are several dozen entertainment venues. There is also the most popular beach in the city - Waikiki Beaches, which is famous not only for its ideal conditions for recreation, but also for the most important attraction of the entire island of the region - statue of Duke Kahanamok- Olympic champion in swimming.

The other most important building in Honolulu is, without a doubt, the naval Pearl Harbor base. After the tragedy that occurred here in 1941, a majestic memorial was erected on top of the sunken battleship Arizona in honor of American sailors, which is visited by a huge number of people every year.

Another of the most famous tourist sites in Honolulu is the crater of a long-extinct volcano. Diamond Head, which is 231 meters high and 1073 meters in diameter.

Among the religious buildings it is worth highlighting kawayahao church, which is erected from many coral blocks. Moreover, this cathedral is the very first joint construction of missionaries and Hawaiians, which made it the most important temple in the state of Hawaii.

No less remarkable and luxurious Iolani Palace, once owned by the first Hawaiian monarch, David Kalakua. Also a very symbolic historical building was the monument to the great warrior ruler and diplomat Kamehamehu I, located on the main square next to the Supreme Court building.

Well, among the city museums, first of all, it is worth visiting Polynesian Cultural Center, which is not only a museum, but also a venue for interesting performances about national Hawaiian history. In addition, very interesting collections are collected in Hawaiian Maritime Center, Museum of Modern Art and complex Honolulu Academy of Arts.

Nutrition

In Honolulu, as in any popular tourist center, you can find a restaurant for literally every taste - from a fast food restaurant to a restaurant offering any cuisine in the world.

However, establishments specializing in Hawaiian and Pacific menus are the most popular here. In such establishments, first of all, you should pay attention to seafood dishes: kumu(goat fish with white fillet), shark steak, dolphin fillet, swordfish, scallops, crabs, squid and more.

Also traditional Hawaiian menu items are lomilomi(chopped raw salmon) lau-lau(steamed pork) and the famous Hawaiian chicken cooked in coconut milk with pineapple and rice.

Also an integral element of the masterpieces of local culinary specialists is a pig baked in an earthen pit, which can be tasted during a colorful Hawaiian feast. luau.

In addition, in almost any restaurant you can taste fish in sour sauce, chicken salad with pineapple, shrimps in coconut, fish soup with coconut milk and taro tubers puree.

In addition, a huge number of exotic tropical fruits grow on the island, which can also be tasted everywhere. Among them, for example, fruit cannon, or passion fruit ("fruit of passion"). Walnuts are also grown here. macadamia, so there are small shops on the plantations offering to try them in combination with cinnamon, honey or garlic.

Well, among the local drinks, the most common is excellent coffee, which is grown here for export.

And Kona Coffee is a very expensive and high-quality variety and even one of the best in the world. It is also worth trying local light wines, Hawaiian chocolate, rum and fruit juices. In addition, all kinds of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails have become widespread, for example, the famous " Pina colada».

Accommodation

Honolulu is not only the most popular resort city, but also the capital of the state of Hawaii, so the choice of accommodation options here is very wide and varied: from secluded bungalows to royal apartments. Most of the large and luxurious hotels are located in the area Waikiki, near the world-famous beach of the same name. Among them, for example, Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach (from $161), The Modern Honolulu (from $224) and Halekulani Hotel (from $445).

It is worth bearing in mind that the cost of living in Honolulu is quite high, so it is not so easy to quickly find a budget option here, although such establishments are scattered throughout the city, and their rooms and service are at a fairly high level. The most popular among budget options are Maile Sky Court Waikiki (from $69), Holiday Surf Hotel (from $53), Waikiki Beachside Hostel (from $30), etc.

It should be noted that during the tourist season, accommodation should be taken care of in advance.

Entertainment and recreation

The main holiday destination in Honolulu is the vast coastline Waikiki Beach, on the territory of which more than 50 beaches are equipped, as well as many entertainment centers and nightlife. At night, this place is illuminated by millions of lights, and young people ride motorcycles, chat and have fun.

It is worth noting that in Honolulu, as in the entire state, gambling is prohibited, so there are no casinos here.

The most famous beach in the area is Sunset Beach, which is suitable both for idle rest and for practicing any kind of sport.

In addition, in the area Waikiki famous amusement park Sea World”, famous for an abundance of attractions, pools and slides, as well as a giant aquarium. And very close to the park is a magnificent Honolulu Zoo.

Lovers of natural attractions should go to the area Tantalus where you can hike through the mountains and see the most beautiful pineapple groves. Tours to the waterfall are also popular. Manao, which is located right among the untouched jungle. In addition, there are picturesque forest reserves not far from the city. Puu-Walakaa And watershead and green valley Makiki.

Purchases

Honolulu is a real paradise not only for fans of the warm sea and beach activities, but also for those who cannot imagine their vacation without shopping. For them, there is a huge number of shopping centers, brand stores, boutiques, shopping galleries, craft shops and other establishments where you can make any purchases or just admire the colorful shop windows.

The main shopping centers of the city are concentrated in the central area, as well as close to the beaches.

Of these, first of all, it is worth highlighting Ala Moana, which is one of the largest in the world with over 300 stores, shopping galleries, boutiques and restaurants. Also popular are Waikiki Shopping Plaza, Ward Gateway Center And Aloha Tower Marketplace.

The city also has many fashion boutiques offering clothes from world famous designers, and small souvenir shops with handmade goods - from blown glass products to clothes with all kinds of ethnic prints.

Among the souvenirs, you can often find shell products, wooden pots, traditional Hawaiian skirts and shirts, as well as coffee and nuts.

Transport

In Honolulu, public transport is represented by a well-developed network of bus routes The Bus, which provides movement both within the city and beyond. Moreover, all city buses are very clean and comfortable, equipped with air conditioning. The fare on all city routes is $2 for adults and $1 for children. Tickets are valid for 2 hours, during which you can transfer to other routes. You can purchase a ticket that is valid for 4 days ($20).

To get to know the city, you can use the sightseeing bus Waikiki Trolley, which runs through the whole of Honolulu and stops at the most interesting and visited places ($ 25). At the same time, during the trip, the driver acts as a guide and comments on the sights that he passes by.

In addition, Honolulu has an excellent urban taxi service, which can quickly get anywhere in the city. However, it is worth considering that during peak hours (06:00-08:00 and 16:00-18:00) large traffic jams occur daily in the city center, which significantly slow down movement.

Connection

Honolulu is a large modern city in the USA, so there are no communication problems here. You can make any call from pay phones, which are installed on all streets and in all public places. Also, many restaurants and bars have their own telephones with access to international lines, however, in this case, the cost of the call will be overstated.

In addition, mobile communications are excellent on the islands, and roaming is available to almost all travelers. If you wish, you can always purchase an American SIM card, which will reduce the cost of local calls.

Internet access is provided in almost all hotels, and there are Wi-Fi access points in public places.

Safety

In Honolulu, crime is at a very low level, and the locals are distinguished by special cordiality and hospitality. Therefore, the most unpleasant thing that can happen to a gaping tourist is petty pickpocketing. Of course, you should never forget about reasonable precautions.

In addition, one should not underestimate the strength of currents and coastal waves in the ocean, as well as neglect safety while swimming.

Business climate

Honolulu is the capital of the state of Hawaii, as well as its main commercial, financial and government center. The economic and business life of the city is based on tourism and the service sector, as well as the food industry.

Honolulu is also the most important transportation hub in the Pacific North, through which there are numerous routes connecting the United States with East Asia, New Zealand, Australia and the Philippines.

Real estate

In Honolulu, as well as throughout the Hawaiian archipelago, the real estate market is characterized by stable price growth and demand for almost all properties. Moreover, even the global financial crisis could not shake his position. It is worth noting that over the past 25 years, the cost of housing here has grown by as much as 6 times. Therefore, the purchase of local real estate is a very profitable and promising investment.

At the moment, a small house here costs from $500,000, and an apartment - from $250,000.

When going to Honolulu, be sure to stock up on high-quality repellents: local insect bites can be not only painful, but also unsafe. Tipping in restaurants is usually already included in the bill. If not, you can thank the waiter by leaving him 10% of the total cost of your lunch or dinner.

Let's continue his monologue: “Do you know where Honolulu is? In which country?" In our minds, Honolulu is associated with the azure tropical sea, snow-white beaches and slender palm trees. And we are right in this. Because Honolulu is a city in the Hawaiian archipelago. But the answer to the question of which state it belongs to may surprise you. United States of America! Yes Yes. The inhabitants of Honolulu consider Washington to be their capital (and, according to the 2010 census, there are about four hundred thousand people). Although this city can not be called a backwater either. After all, it is the capital of the whole And of course, the tourist Mecca. Read about sunny Honolulu in this article.

Geographic location

The archipelago of Hawaii lies in tropical latitudes between the 19th and 22nd degrees of northern latitude and near the 160th meridian of western longitude. The islands are washed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. The capital city of the Hawaiian archipelago is Honolulu. Where is the capital of this US state? It lies on the southern edge of the third largest island in the archipelago and the most populated island of Oahu. The very name Honolulu (Honolulu) is translated from as "protected, quiet bay." And this is true. Typhoons, tornadoes and hurricanes bypass Honolulu. And even the rainy season here does not look as heavy as in other tropical countries. And all because the area where Honolulu is located lies with the trade winds. From strong whirlwinds, it is reliably covered by the Koolau mountain range. Not far from the city rises the volcano Diamond Head (Diamond Head) - a point of pilgrimage for tourists.

How to get to Honolulu?

Islands isolated from the rest of the world leave you no other choice. Only a plane will take you to a tropical archipelago lost in the Pacific Ocean. There are two routes from Moscow. The first is via Frankfurt and Los Angeles, and the second is via New York and Los Angeles. It takes five and a half hours to fly from this last American city to Honolulu. The lion's share of passengers arriving in the archipelago land at Honolulu International Airport. Where is it in relation to the city? The airport is located in the western suburbs, close to the Pearl Harbor War Memorial and the Bishop's Museum. This is one of the largest hubs in the USA. It receives more than twenty million passengers annually. The airport consists of several terminals, between which free Viki-Bus shuttles run at intervals of several minutes. If your plane landed late at night, you won't need to take a taxi. City buses run around the clock. Route number 19 follows the center (downtown). The most favorite place for tourists is the Waikiki beach area. Minibuses of the SpeediShuttle company and city flights No. 20 follow there.

History of Honolulu

The first settlement of Polynesians arose on the island of Oahu in the eleventh century. The "calm bay" became the capital in 1804, when the king of Hawaii, Kamehameah I, moved here along with his court. At first, the palace stood in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bmodern Waikiki, but a little later it was built where the business center of the city is now located. The Europeans found out where Honolulu was in 1794, when the British sailor William Brown swam into the "quiet bay". In 1845, under Kamehameha III, the capital of Hawaii was again moved from Oahu. Since that time, Honolulu has taken on a modern look. The royal palace of Iolani, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Aliyolani Hale were built. In 1898, the archipelago became part of the United States of America. In the vicinity of Honolulu was the US naval base Pearl Harbor, which was attacked in December 1941 by Japanese aircraft carriers. After World War II, Hawaii experienced rapid development due to the tourism industry.

Climate

They lie in a tropical natural zone. However, the rain shadow from the Koolaw Range, where Honolulu is located, reduces rainfall. Even the dry and wet seasons, so typical of the tropics, are indistinct here. It just rains a little more during the winter months. In general, we can say that in Honolulu the holiday season lasts all year round. The climate here is favorable. In summer, the thermometer fluctuates between +27 and +31 °C, and in winter it is +18-25 °C. Hawaii is a sunny archipelago. Meteorologists count here no more than 90 cloudy days a year. The sea off the coast of Honolulu is always warm. The water temperature never drops below 23°C, and in summer it warms up to 28°C. Severe storms are rare. There are also no dangerous currents.

Beaches

Waikiki Beach is a magnificent wide strip of golden sand that stretches for many kilometers. The name translates as "flowing water". There are many streams that flow down from the mountains into the sea. Waikiki Beach is a kind of visiting card of Honolulu. Where to rest is up to you. After all, Oahu has many beaches for completely different categories of holidaymakers. Moneybags and entertainment lovers rest on Waikiki, parents with small children rest on shallow Sunset Beach, divers and snorkellers choose Hanauma Bay. The North Store at the northern tip is famous for its high and steady wave, so professional surfers go there. Kailua Beach is located on the windward side of Oahu. It is ideal for windsurfing.

Prices

Hawaii, and Honolulu in particular, is by no means a budget resort. Prices are high here, and for all goods, since almost 99% of the necessities for life are delivered from the mainland. Hawaii has the highest real estate prices in the US. Therefore, you should not choose a vacation in the Waikiki area (Honolulu), where the sector of luxury luxury hotels is located. You may find affordable housing in Chinatown or in the countryside. Despite the smooth climate throughout the year, Hawaii has high and low tourist seasons. Prices peak in the winter months and March. In the summer comes the so-called middle season. If you want to minimize your vacation expenses in Hawaii a little, choose the off-season (spring or autumn).

Historical landmarks

Don't limit yourself to just a beach holiday. Where Honolulu is located, there is something to see for an inquisitive tourist. In the city itself, this is the only royal palace in the United States. It's called Iolani. In translation, it means "the palace of the heavenly bird." The building was built in 1882 and got electricity and telephones earlier than the White House and the residence of the Queen of Great Britain. Now there is a museum in the building of the royal palace.

Another attraction in Honolulu is the Pearl Harbor Memorial. But there is no house-museum of Barack Obama in Honolulu, although it is known that the 44th US President was born here and graduated from the local high school.

natural attractions

The luxurious nature of the island of Oahu, where Honolulu is located, attracts tourists like a magnet. From the city you can see the crater of the Diamond Head volcano, which you can climb. From the top, a stunning landscape opens up. Another attraction of the island is Hanauma Bay on the southeast coast. Children will be interested in visiting the Waikiki Aquarium, where about two hundred species of fish and waterfowl are demonstrated. The Bishop's Museum has the richest collection of Polynesian culture. You can walk through the jungle to the Manoa waterfall (about a kilometer from the city). Or visit the local zoo. Sacred in Hawaii, 335 meters) can only be seen from the air. Many travel companies offer helicopter tours to this unique natural site.

The state of Hawaii is the most remote and most picturesque state of the USA. Its capital and largest municipal center, the city of Honolulu, is located on the southern tip of the island, which is called Oahu. This island, ranking only third in size, is the most populous island in the US state of Hawaii.

According to statistics for 2010, the population of Honolulu was about four hundred thousand inhabitants within the city limits. The number of inhabitants within the boundaries of the entire district of Honolulu (which, in addition to the city itself, includes the rest of the third largest Hawaiian island) has about a million inhabitants. And this is not counting the huge number of vacationers that all year round, day after day, occupy most of the island.

Flight times from the state capital of Hawaii to:

San Diego - about 3.5 hours flight.
Washington - about 6.5 hours.
Los Angeles - just under 3 hours.

Honolulu is a modernist city, being a tourist mecca for millions of tourists who visit the island all year round. This is a beautiful and peaceful place, which includes everything you need for a first-class holiday. The cost of living on the island is slightly higher than the US average, but how can this stop a person from pursuing true happiness? Glittering with a myriad of lights, entertainment venues, and the crystal white of the picturesque beaches, from one look at which is breathtaking. Restaurants where you want to stay until closing time and walk through the night streets until the morning - all this is Honolulu. However, life in this small and picturesque paradise is quite expensive, since all products and goods come to the island from the mainland, and this imposes a certain surplus on their cost. Rental housing on the island is also not cheap.

Along with all the benefits, it should be understood that the capital of the state of Hawaii, Honolulu is a large metropolis with a number of its own complexities. Here you will not be able to stay alone and hide from the hustle and bustle. For all this, the rest of the island state of Hawaii is much more suitable.

History of Honolulu

Scientists have found information that already in the 11th century there was a human settlement on the site of the modern city of Honolulu. According to most scientists, these were settlers who sailed here from other islands of Polynesia. As early as the middle of the eighteenth century, the Hawaiian Islands suffered from incessant internecine battles. The islands were divided into many small states. Until Kamehameha the First came to power on the islands. He became king and ruler of the new united state. Since the nineteenth century, Honolulu has been an important trade point that connected the islands of the Hawaiian archipelago. Industry developed here, large companies and enterprises appeared, as a result of which interest in Hawaii from the United States of America increased significantly. Unrest began on the island, and with the active cooperation of the United States, the monarchical family of Honolulu was overthrown.

At the end of the 19th century, Hawaii became part of America. But in world history, the state of Hawaii fell due to the events that took place at the beginning of the 41st year, at the beginning of World War II. Attacking without declaring war, Japanese Air Force forces destroyed a US naval base in the Pacific. Having become the personification of all the pains of the American people, Pearl Harbor went down in history as one of the greatest tragedies of World War II.

Honolulu today

At the moment, Honolulu is a large city, an economic and financial center, uniting the entire state of Hawaii around it. According to experts, tourists vacationing on the islands bring in about ten million dollars every year, which is an important source of the US economy and the region. In addition to tourism, another important line of the budget is the profit from the naval shipyards that are based in the Hawaiian Islands. In addition, Honolulu is home to many financial and commercial centers, commercial enterprises and large firms. About twenty percent of the district is employed in the agricultural sector of the economy. The most common crop in the Hawaiian Islands is sugarcane.

One of the features of the region is the so-called aquaculture - the activity associated with the cultivation and sale of certain types of shellfish and algae. Manoa University, located in the heart of the Hawaiian Islands, is considered one of the leading centers in the United States in the field of oceanography and biomedicine.

Life in the capital of Hawaii

A shortage of unoccupied land and growing tourism are driving up the cost of living in the Hawaiian Islands. in this region, it is one of the most costly in the United States of America. At the same time, the cost of food, as well as most of the things and necessary resources, is somewhat higher than on the mainland of America. Trying to balance in the face of high prices, most Hawaiians are forced to work in several jobs at once. This is considered common practice in the Hawaiian Islands.

The vast majority of those arriving in Hawaii enter the archipelago through its capital, Honolulu. As one of the busiest airports in America, Honolulu Airport receives about twenty million tourists every year.
Unlike cities on the American mainland, in Honolulu, the capital of the state of Hawaii, the streets are characterized by a large number of turns and bends, so it is difficult to mark the correct street grid in this place. Car traffic is also a constant problem for the authorities and residents of the city. Constant "traffic jams" arise at every step. This is due to the high population density of living on a small piece of land in the middle of a vast sea.

The ethnic composition of the city is also very interesting and remarkable. According to statistics for the year 2001, white descendants of Europeans made up only about twenty percent in the capital of Hawaii. The rest of the population is represented in the following proportions: African Americans - one and a half percent, Asians - fifty-three and seven percent. Mixed races are very widely represented and make up about sixteen percent of the city. Eight percent of the population is made up of Pacific American citizens. Hispanics represent about five percent of the total population. Indians and other ethnic groups make up less than one percent of the island.

Noting another important feature, it can also be noted that only a little more than three percent of the city's population are native Hawaiians. More than fifty percent are American citizens of Asian origin. No matter how strange it may be in light of the tragedy that occurred on the island just over seventy years ago, a significant part of the island's population are people of Japanese origin.
The average age of people living in the state capital of Hawaii is quite low - just over forty-one years.

Honolulu is the capital of the state of Hawaii. Paradise for tourists, standing on a tiny piece of land in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Discos that do not stop until the morning, people who live one day, not wanting to put something off for tomorrow ... All this is Hawaii. And all this is Honolulu.

People who like a more relaxing holiday can look beyond the island of Oahu. Where alone with yourself and those who are close to you, you can enjoy the natural splendor of this tiny piece of land, find remote beaches with white sand and turtles that scurry along the very shore. Or just take a walk through the pineapple plantations.

Everyone will find something interesting here. Going to the other side of the globe, you can be sure that you will find yourself in a real paradise.

Interesting facts about the capital of Hawaii

If this word is translated from the Hawaiian language, the name "Honolulu" is translated as "Safe Bay" or "protected place".

The current president of the United States of America, as well as the first African American in this post, Barack Obama was born in the city of Honolulu, and also lived there until graduation, later moving to the mainland.

There are more than a hundred beautiful beaches in the vicinity of Honolulu than in any other metropolis in the world.

Due to the mild and unchanging weather, the best period for a vacation in Hawaii is the so-called "off-season", namely the period from April to June, as well as the time from September to November. During this period, in hotels in Honolulu, the cost of living is lower than in the rest of the time, as well as fewer vacationers. The holiday season on Oahu lasts from December to early spring. And during this period the number of tourists in the city is much higher.