Facts about Hawaii

Hawaii is the only state in the U.S. that is made entirely of islands.

The state of Hawaii consists of 137 islands.

Hawaii is home to the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea.

Hawaiian is the only official state language that is not English in the United States.

Hawaii is the birthplace of surfing.

The state flower of Hawaii is the yellow hibiscus.

Hawaii was once a kingdom ruled by King Kamehameha I.

The average temperature in Hawaii remains around 80°F (27°C) throughout the year.

Hawaii has its own time zone called Hawaii Standard Time.

The Hawaiian alphabet consists of only 13 letters.

The Hawaiian Islands were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago.

Hawaii is the only state where coffee is grown commercially.

The humpback whale migration brings thousands of these magnificent creatures to Hawaii’s waters each year.

Hawaii has the highest life expectancy in the United States.

Hawaii is the only state in the U.S. that grows vanilla commercially.

The state fish of Hawaii is the humuhumunukunukuapua’a, also known as the rectangular triggerfish.

Hawaii is home to the world’s largest dormant volcano, Mauna Kea.

The famous Hawaiian dish, poi, is made from the taro plant and is a staple in Hawaiian cuisine.

Hawaii is located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, making it one of the most geographically isolated places on Earth.

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The iconic Hawaiian shirt is called an aloha shirt in Hawaii.

Hawaii is the only state that does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

The USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor honors the lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 19

Hawaii is home to the oldest Catholic cathedral in continuous use in the United States, the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace.

The sport of outrigger canoeing originated in Hawaii.

Hawaii’s state motto is The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness.

Hawaii is the only state that grows cacao commercially to make chocolate.

The largest annual hula competition in the world, the Merrie Monarch Festival, takes place in Hilo, Hawaii.

Hawaii is one of the best places in the world for stargazing due to its clear skies and minimal light pollution.

The Hawaiian Islands were formed by a hotspot under the Earth’s crust, causing volcanic activity that created the islands over time.

Hawaii is known for its stunning waterfalls, including the famous Akaka Falls on the Big Island.

The Hawaiian word for hello and goodbye is aloha.

The Hawaiian Islands are home to numerous endangered species, including the Hawaiian monk seal and the green sea turtle.

Hawaii has the highest percentage of Asian Americans in the United States.

The Hawaiian Islands are on the same latitude as Mexico City, resulting in a tropical climate.

Hawaii was the 50th state to join the United States, officially becoming a state on August 21, 1959.

The Hawaiian Islands are a popular filming location for movies and TV shows, including the Jurassic Park series and Lost.

Hawaii’s diverse ecosystem includes rainforests, deserts, and snow-capped mountains.

The Mauna Loa volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii is the world’s largest subaerial volcano.

The Hawaiian alphabet uses phonetic spelling, with each letter representing a specific sound.

Hawaii is known for its vibrant traditional dance form, hula, which tells stories through movement and music.

The island of Molokai has the world’s tallest sea cliffs, reaching up to 3,000 feet (900 meters) high.

Hawaii has one of the lowest obesity rates in the United States.

The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa.

The islands of Hawaii are surrounded by beautiful coral reefs teeming with marine life.

Hawaii is a popular destination for astronomy, with numerous observatories located on its highest peaks.