The backdrop of the city of Honolulu is the world's most photographed volcano,
Diamond Head.
The crater is best viewed from the mountains that line the
city to the north.
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Local girl soaks up the sun on the sands of Waikiki.
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Those who climb Diamond Head are rewarded with a fantastic view of the ocean below.
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Honolulu is also the entertainment capital of Hawaii
with a wide variety of hula halau
performing for tourists & locals alike.
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Several buildings in and around Honolulu have beautiful murals painted by
Wyland,
one of Hawaii's best known artists.
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Those who wake up before dawn can head downtown to the fish market, where the day's catch is auctioned off.
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Nature has given Hawaii an abundance of blessings, but it has a sinister side too. Every few years a fierce storm comes within striking distance of the islands, as did Hurricane Iniki in September, 1992. At the typhoon's greatest intensity, I ventured outdoors to attempt some "art" shots.
