The state of Hawaii, abbreviated as HI, has a population of 1,275,194 according to the 2005 census. It covers 10,932 square miles, making it the 43rd largest state in the country. Hawaii consists of a long chain of islands located in the central portion of the Pacific Ocean. The eight Hawaiian Islands consist of Hawaii (the “Big Island”), Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau, and Kahoolawe. The main industry in Hawaii is tourism, witnessed each year as scores of visitors flock to its breathtaking beaches.
Honolulu - [visit site], the state capital of Hawaii, is also the largest city in the state. The distinct district of Waikiki in Honolulu is about three miles east of downtown, noticeable not only for its soaring hotels but also for the presence of an extinct volcano, Diamond Head.
Other major cities include:
- Hilo - [visit site] - A Place to Live, Work, and Play
- Kaunakakai
- Pearl City
- Wailuku
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