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Best Hotels Near Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue
120 Kaiulani Avenue (0.2 km from Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue)
The Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is located across from Waikiki Beach and is only an 11-minute walk from the Honolulu Zoo. Nightly entertainment is provided by an onsite restaurant. Each guest room has a view of the city or the ocean.
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Set in Honolulu within 1.4 mi of Magic Island Lagoon Beach and 1969 ft of Saint Augustine by-the-Sea Kuhio Condo 904 provides lodgings with free WiFi air conditioning complimentary bikes and a terrace. The site is 1.
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Kuhio Condo 810 offers lodgings in Honolulu within 1.4 miles of Magic Island Lagoon Beach and 1969 feet of Saint Augustine by-the-Sea. The property is located around 1.1 miles from Honolulu Stadium / Old Stadium Park and 1.
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Located 1.4 miles from Magic Island Lagoon Beach and 2297 feet from Saint Augustine by-the-Sea in Honolulu Prince Edward Condo 707A features complimentary WiFi, complimentary bicycles, and air conditioning.
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Prince Edward Street Apartment is located in Honolulu's Waikiki area, next to Saint Augustine by-the-Sea. It offers a terrace and a washing machine. This coastal property features a terrace and complimentary WiFi.
2424 Kalakaua Avenue (0.1 km from Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue)
The Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa is near to the world-famous Waikiki Beach and has an outdoor pool, a hot tub, shops, and restaurants. Each accommodation features a balcony and complimentary WiFi.
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1004 BLUE OASIS is located in Honolulu, 1.4 mi from Magic Island Lagoon Beach and a few steps from Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Ceremony. The property is located 1 mile from the Royal Hawaiian Theater Legends in Concert Waikiki and 1.
2452 Kalakaua Avenue (0.1 km from Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue)
ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI is located in Honolulu directly across from Waikiki Beach and features a rooftop infinity pool with sweeping views of the Pacific, a full-service spa, and an exclusive fine dining experience at Mugen restaurant.
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Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue, Honolulu, HI
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, and stands tall as a symbol of the spirit of the Hawaiian people. The life-size bronze statue depicts Duke Kahanamoku in his iconic pose with a surfboard tucked under one arm, ready to glide through the waves. The statue was erected in honor of Duke Kahanamoku’s legacy as a great waterman, swimmer, surfer, and Olympic gold medalist.
As one of the most influential figures in Hawaiian culture, Duke Kahanamoku’s legacy lives on at the statue. He is credited with making surfing popular worldwide and introducing it to mainlanders during his travels. He also served as an ambassador for Hawaii to promote tourism. In addition to surfing and swimming, Duke was involved in many other sports including boxing and volleyball. Through his athletic achievements and commitment to promoting Hawaiian culture, he has become an icon remembered by people around the world.
The Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue was unveiled on August 24th, 1990 by then-Governor John Waihee III at Waikiki Beach near Honolulu's famed Royal Hawaiian Hotel. The statue stands 8 feet tall from its base on a large piece of volcanic rock from Lanai Island which serves as its foundation and gives it a unique connection to Hawaii's land and sea - two elements that were so integral to Duke's life as an athlete and advocate for Hawaiian culture. On either side of the statue are two black marble plaques which commemorate key moments from Duke's life: when he won five Olympic medals between 1912-1920 while representing Hawaii; when he was designated ‘Ambassador of Aloha’ in 1959; when he was inducted into the International Swimming Hall Of Fame in 1965; and when he received the Hawai'i Medal Of Honor posthumously in 1985.
Today, visitors can pay homage to Duke Paoa Kahanamoku’s legacy at this beloved tribute site located right along Waikiki Beach next to Kapahulu Groin breakwater behind Kuhio Beach Park across from Kalakaua Avenue. It provides them with an opportunity to learn more about his life story while providing an inspirational reminder that dreams are achievable if you focus your energy towards reaching them no matter how challenging they may seem!