Molokai: The Best Hawaiian Island You've
Never Visited
by: Isaac Rau
About one million years ago, two large volcanoes, Kamakou in the east
and Maunaloa in the west, pushed through the ocean's surface and formed
the island of Molokai, Hawaii. It first became inhabited around 650
A.D. by daring settlers traveling in double hulled canoes from Tahiti
and other areas in the South Pacific. Of the roughly 7,000 residents
about 40% are of Hawaiian descent, hence the moniker "The Most
Hawaiian Island".
Here's a quick list of places I visited while in Molokai, Hawaii...
Kalaupapa National Historical Park: The settings of
two tragic chapters starting in the mid 19th century with the removal
of indigenous people from this spot followed by the forced quarantining
of leprosy patients here.
RW Meyer Sugar Mill Museum: Also known as the Molokai
Museum and Cultural Center, this retired sugar mill was built in the
late 1870's to crush and process sugar cane. The family home, which
overlooks the mill, is still owned by RW Meyer family members.
Kawela Battlefield: Long before hostilities with European
settlers existed, inter-island rivalries and battles took place between
native Hawaiians. This is the site of a 5-day battle which took place
in 1736 where the joint forces of Molokai and Hawaii defeated invading
forces from Oahu. Thousands of warriors perished, including the Oahu
chief, Kapiiohookai.
Ancient Hawaiian Fishponds: Encompasses dozens of
centuries old fish enclosures used to house fish before they were eaten
by royal Hawaiian chieftains.
About The Author - Isaac Rau owns and operates http://www.1stcheapflights.com |
