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As the plane makes its final descent into Honolulu International Airport, the most noticeable feature you will see is the dormant volcanic tuff called “Diamond Head Crater”. The Hawaiian name is “Mt. Leahi” (lay ah hee). Leahi refers to the shape of the ridge, which resembles the dorsal fin of the tuna fish. Formed about 300,000 years ago, it sits at the east side of Waikīkī. British sailors in the 19th century thought the calcite crystals that sparkled in the rocks were diamonds, hence its nickname, “Diamond Head”. The park covers about 475 acres and is full of trails. There is a $5 per car fee, or a $1 per pedestrian fee, to enter the park. A beloved musician by the name of Gabby Pahinui (pa hee new wee) made famous a song called, Leahi (Kaimana Hila …kye mah na hee la). Behold this majestic landmark, as it is an iconic symbol and welcomes you to our islands.
A hui hou,
Haunani
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