Hawaii became a U.S. state in 1959.It is an archipelago of one hundred and thirty-seven volcanic islands situated in the Northern Pacific Ocean. The eight major islands are: Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau, Kahoolawe and Hawaii aka, The Big Island.
The Big Island is the youngest and at 10,433 square kilometres/4,028 square miles, also the largest. It has a population of approximately 185,000. Despite a lingering nervousness of heights, I accompanied my husband on a helicopter tour of The Big Island of Hawaii. Facing this fear provided me an opportunity to view the island from a perspective otherwise impossible to appreciate. I hope you enjoy the photos that I snapped during our two hour morning adventure.
Map showing eight major islands of Hawaii.
Souvenir of helicopter ride over The Big Island of Hawaii.
Akaka Falls in Akaka Falls State Park is 135 metres/442 feet tall.
