Makapu'u Point, OahuMakapu'u Point, Oahu
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Oahu is the third largest as well as most populous island of Hawaii. It covers 596.7 sq mi (1,545.4 sq km) and has a population of 953,000 (2011 estimate). Oahu has been regarded since ancient times as "the gathering place" of the Hawaiians, although the name Oahu itself does not carry any specific meaning in their language. Three quarters of Hawaii's population live on Oahu. The island is where the state capital, Honolulu, is located. Oahu measures 44 miles (71 km) from end to end and 30 miles (48 km) across.

As with the other islans of Hawaii, Oahu is volcanic in nature. It was created by two separate shield volcanies, Waianae and Koolau, with a valley separating the two. The tallest mountain in Oahu is the 4,003 ft (1,220 m) Mount Kaala.

Surfing at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore, OahuSurfing at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore, Oahu
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As with the island of Bali, directions on Oahu is referred according to the position of significant places. The locals say "ewa" to mean towards the western tip of the island, "Diamond Head" means towards the namesake on the eastern tip, "mauka" means towards the mountains and "makai" means towards the sea.

Today Oahu is the most developed of the Hawaiian islands. It is home to the only real metropolitan area in Hawaii. Most visitors to Hawaii confine themselves to the major tourist destinations on this island. It has tbe best tourist infrastructure, from accommodation to nightlife, shopping, dining and cultural performances.

Kukaniloko Birth Site, listed on the National Register of Historic Place, OahuKukaniloko Birth Site, listed on the National Register of Historic Place, Oahu
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Visiting Oahu

The Honolulu International Airport is the gateway to Oahu. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Honolulu, the airport is connected to the city center by the free Wiki-Wiki shuttle bus (eventually this will be replaced by a moving walkway).

To get around, the best is to rent a car. Otherwise you can take the Oahu public bus, which is simply called, ahem, TheBus. The fare for taking TheBus is $2.50 regardless where on the island you are going. The driver does not make change, so it is necessary to have the exact amount.

Dolphin show at Sea Life Park in Waimanolo, OahuDolphin show at Sea Life Park in Waimanolo, Oahu
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Cities in Oahu

  1. Honolulu - capital

  2. Kailua
  3. Kahuku

  4. Kapolei

  5. Nanakuli

  6. Waianae

  7. Hale'iwa


Honolulu cityscape, OahuHonolulu cityscape, Oahu
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Places of Interest in Oahu

  1. Ala Moana

  2. Aloha Tower

  3. Bernice P. Bishop Museum

  4. Diamond Head

  5. Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa

  6. Honolulu Academy of Arts

  7. Mauna Ala

  8. Makapu'u Lighthouse

  9. North Shore

  10. Pali Lookout

  11. Pearl Harbor

  12. Polynesian Cultural Center

  13. Sea Life Park

  14. USS Arizona Memorial

  15. USS Missouri

  16. Valley of the Temples


Performance at the Polynesian Cultural Center, OahuPerformance at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Oahu
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Beaches in Oahu

  1. Ala Moana Beach

  2. Hanauma Bay

  3. Kaneohe Bay

  4. Ko'olina Resort and Marina

  5. Sandy Beach

  6. Sunset Beach

  7. Waikiki Beach

  8. Waimanalo Beach

  9. Waimea Bay

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