Term Papers on The Majesty Of Nuuanu

Term Paper Title	The Majesty Of Nuuanu
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The Majesty of Nuuanu

On the island of Oahu, at the farthest reaches of emerald-garbed Nuuanu
Valley is the Nuuanu Pali there's a place you can visit to enjoy dense green
forest, spectacular mountain-to-ocean views, and a piece of Hawaiian history.
Nuuanu is an area located on the southeastern part of the island and "pali"
is a Hawaiian word meaning "cliff". Getting there is very simple if
you're coming from Honolulu. Get on H-1 freeway then take the Pali Highway
off-ramp. Once on Pali Highway, follow the green signs alongside the road to
reach your destination. The ride should take approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Ladies, don't wear a dress or skirt when visiting the Pali because it's very
windy and you won't enjoy yourself if you're worrying about strangers seeing
your underwear. Likewise, gentlemen, don't wear hats, loose sunglasses, or
toupees to the site because when a strong gust of wind comes along, you may
never see your belongings again. Because of the wind, a jacket or sweater is
recommended. Depending on the season, sporadic showers of rain are also common.
Do bring a camera, for the view is fabulous and you will not be disappointed.

Nuuanu Pali is surrounded by dense forest heavy with moisture. As you travel
up Pali Highway, the houses begin to thin and the greenery begins to take over.
During the winter and spring there are many waterfalls to be seen in the
mountains. The trees, covered with moss and green twisting vines, block out the
sun and civilization. The plants and vines seem to have taken over everything
except the asphalt road being driven on. All of a sudden, the forest ends and a
small open parking lot appears. The lookout is at the end of a paved walkway. On
the sides of the walkway are a couple of vendors. One vendor sells T-shirts and
hands out pamphlets which educate people about the issue of Hawaiian
Sovereignty. The other vendor sells Polynesian arts and crafts. As you stand at
the lookout, look at the knife-edged ridges to your left and right. These
mountainous arms that embrace the windward side as far north as Kualoa and as
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