Monday, October 15, 2012

The Word of the Day is "Hanalei"

Hanalei Valley
Credit: Depositphotos.com/Katrina Brown
Aloha mai kākou,

On the north side of Kaua`i, is a quaint and beautiful area called “Hanalei” (ha na lay).  Hanalei interprets into several definitions such as crescent bay (for the shape of its bay) and lei making (pertains to the fertile land).  The lush green landscape, white sandy beaches, and waterfall cliffs makes Hanalei one of the most beautiful places in Hawai`i.  From the 1800’s, many travelers came to Hanalei and took advantage of its agricultural prime land to farm everything from fruits and sugar cane to rice.  Today, Hanalei valley is home of the largest taro community in the islands.  I encourage you to visit Hanalei valley lookout.  Its simple living, gorgeous scenery, and uncluttered lifestyle symbolize what kind of town Hanalei is…..a timeless beauty. 

A hui hou,

Haunani

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