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Diamond Head Waikiki Honolulu Hawaii
Made by PeaceLoveScoobie
Diamond Head is the name of a volcanic tuff cone on the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu and known to Hawaiians as Lēʻahi, most likely from lae 'browridge, promontory' plus ʻahi 'tuna' because the shape of the ridgeline resembles the shape of a tuna's dorsal fin. Its English name was given by British sailors in the 19th century, who mistook calcite crystals embedded in the rock for diamonds. Diamond Head is part of the complex of cones, vents, and their associated eruption flows that are collectively known to geologists as the Honolulu Volcanic Series, eruptions from the Koʻolau Volcano that took place long after the volcano formed and had gone dormant. The Honolulu Volcanic Series is a series of volcanic eruption events that created many of Oʻahu's well-known landmarks, including Punchbowl Crater, Hanauma Bay, Koko Head, and Mānana Island in addition to Diamond Head. Diamond Head, like the rest of the Honolulu Volcanics, is much younger than the main mass of the Koʻolau Mountain Range. While the Koʻolau Range is about 2.6 million years old, Diamond Head is estimated to be about 150,000 years old and extinct for 150,000 years. Diamond Head is a defining feature of the view known to residents and tourists of Waikīkī alike. The volcanic tuff cone is a United States State Monument. While part of it serves as a platform for antennas used by the U.S. government and is closed to the public, the crater's proximity to Honolulu's resort hotels and beaches makes the rest of it a popular destination. The volcano is a symbol of the worldwide recognition of the Hawaiian Islands, because of this, Diamond Head is widely used for commercial purposes. Many souvenirs from Hawaii and surf shop logos around the world bear the volcano's distinctive silhouette. The interior was the home to Fort Ruger, the first United States military reservation on Hawaii. Also contained in the interior is a FAA operations facility.


Jimi Hendrix - live - Sunday, June 1, 1969 - Waikiki Shell, Hawaii
Made by Belltown
I thought I ought to break this out for the flickr rock & roll community. I took it at the third of three shows Jimi did in Honolulu, May 29, 30 and June 1, 1969. I went to the first show on Friday. He stopped playing after about 30 minutes or so because of a bad hum in his amp - some sort of electrical problem. I don't remember much about Saturday's show. The Sunday night show was a make-good, intended for folks with ticket stubs. But Jimi and the promoters decided to let anyone in who showed up. It was the best of the three shows, and I had gone determined to get some pictures. As I recall, I was shooting with a Yashica SLR, probably a Tamron telephoto (400mm), and, of course, Tri-X pushed to 1600.


Brothers
Made by toranosuke
These two young boys came and sat right up front, eager to be as close to the action as possible. I don't know them; I assume they're brothers, with their cute matching hats. I glanced over at them, and had one of those ah, a photo! moments, noticing, realizing, the composition could come out quite good. I like how the pale orangey/tan tones of the stones go with those of the shirts and the hats, the natural tones of the drum also fitting in nicely. I think the picture brings out the sense of a serene, calm, family fun sort of atmosphere, despite the incredible energy and sound of the drummers just moments before.


Hawaiian Flower 6
Made by mikebrown666
'Ohai Ali'i (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) Peacock flower, as it is known in Ceylon, aptly describes this distinctive shrub. Clusters of bright red, yellow, or rose-colored blossoms are borne year-round. The green seeds may be eaten when cooked, and ripe seeds yield tannin, yellow (with alum) or black (with iron) dye, a fish tranquilizer and ink (from charcoal.) It is sacred to a god in India. Area of Origin: West Indies.


Hanagasa Dancers
Made by toranosuke
I'd always thought the hanagasa looked awfully heavy to be wearing in such hot weather as in Okinawa, but I see now that they're quite thin, and hollow (empty) on the inside. They must actually be quite light; and indeed probably help considerably in keeping the sun out of your eyes. I still, I must admit, though, think they look weird.


Makahiki Maoli Festival (2010)
Made by c_chan808
Halau Na Pualei Likolehua Punana Leo O Honolulu presents Makahiki Maoli Festival. The festival celebrates Hawaiian Maoli Culture through language, music, songs, dance,chants, cultural arts, crafts, education, traditions and ceremonies during the Hawaiian Makahiki season. Queen Kapiolani Park Bandstand November 21, 2010


Keiki Stage - Jack Johnson and Zach Gill
Made by neatlysliced
The Keiki Stage (keiki: children) was filled by Jack and Zach while The Girlas played. They sang songs from the Curious George soundtrack and others. It's such a tiny stage, even smaller than the shell (which is small in itself!). I didn't even have to use my zoom on my camera to get these shots.


Waikiki Shell
Made by neatlysliced
I had to go back to the lawn to get the whole view of the shell. This photo is used on the Home and Abroad page featuring the Waikiki Shell (http://www.homeandabroad.com/c/13/Site/19184_Waikiki_Shell_visit.html).


[121-365] Lei Day
Made by c_chan808
May 1st, or “May Day” is Lei Day in Hawaii. Lei Day is a day dedicated to celebrate and recognize the custom of giving and receiving lei and lei are symbolic of Hawaii and aloha. Some of the leis on display at today's Lei Day festivities at Queen Kapi`olani Park in Waikiki.


He likes to -- MOVE IT! Dance with him, my friends!
Made by ANVAR - RUSSIANTEXAN ©
Much better On Black I like to move it,move it She likes to move it,move it He likes to move it,move it You like to (move it) Madagascar's Cartoon Dancing Lemurs Honolulu Zoo


2010 Ukulele Festival
Made by c_chan808
Jake Shimabukuro (watch video on Youtube: youtu.be/VwrUgMas1Zs) Dreams Come True - 40th annual Ukulele Festival hosted by Roy & Kathy Sakuma. Kapiolani Park Bandstand July 18, 2010


Dancers of Three Cultures
Made by toranosuke
One of the groups put on a beautiful performance with three dancers representing Okinawa, Hawaii, and a third culture (Japan?) coming together. Sure doesn't look like any traditional Japanese costume I've ever seen... but it is pretty.


Kokua Festival
Made by pinkertons
We spent Sunday afternoon/evening at the Waikiki Shell for the festival. Jack Johnson and Eddie Vedder headed with a bunch of opening acts most notably Matt Costa. We got tickets at the last minute to join a bunch of friends.


2010 Ukulele Festival
Made by c_chan808
Sha-Lei Kamauu dancing hula as mother Natalie Ai-Kamauu sings and performs on her ukulele Dreams Come True - 40th annual Ukulele Festival hosted by Roy & Kathy Sakuma. Kapiolani Park Bandstand July 18, 2010


Sunrise over Diamond Head
Made by MinekoKawamura.com
03.22.09 Photo of the Week: Sunrise over Diamond Head Sunrise over Diamond Head as seen from Kapiolani Park. Japanese Speaking Hawaii Realtor Mineko Kawamura


Mō Halu
Made by Sudachi
Tonight's moon is known as Mō Halu in Hawaiian, not quite full, but it appears full in this long exposure. Saturn was just above the moon but was bled out by the amount of moonlight.


Picnic Cut-ups
Made by bweisner
See where this photo was taken at maps.yuan.cc/. Hawaii Lindy Balboa Exchange '07


Keiki Stage
Made by neatlysliced
Jack and Zach performing at the Keiki Stage. That child is one of many dancing on stage. Excuse the odd angle, I am short and there were lots of people to hold the camera over.


andagi_okinawan_festival_1
Made by beatjoan9
Andagi is one of my favorite foods, and I enjoyed myself at the festival. I probably should have photographed more stuff, but perhaps that will have to wait til tomorrow


Orange Hook
Made by ANVAR - RUSSIANTEXAN ©
Much better Bigger On Black Nikon D700 + Nikkor AF-S VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G