Why is Honolulu the Capital of Hawaii?

Known for being the state’s principal port and its bustling tourism, the capital of Hawaii, is the city of Honolulu.

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In the rest of this story, I’ll be going over everything about Honolulu, including some surprising historical facts you probably didn’t know!

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Honolulu instead sits on the island of Oahu, Hawaii’s third largest island.

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Honolulu became a key asset during WWII after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, thus officially launching the United States into the war.

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Honolulu became the capital of Hawai’i around 1850.

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Honolulu became the capital of Hawaii due to its important location for trading.

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If you’re planning a trip to the historic and gorgeous shores of Honolulu, here are the top five must-see places to visit:

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Step onto a page of history and honor those who lost their lives during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor.

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The state monument is mostly known for its historic hiking trail and gorgeous views of Waikiki and surrounding beaches.

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Located on the southern shore of Honolulu, Waikiki Beach is the heart of the bustling capital city. It first became famous for being the playground of Hawaiian royalty.

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SWIPE UP TO DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE Capital of Hawaii!

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