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ʻIolani Palace in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi
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The Hawaiian Kingdom's last sovereign monarchs (David Kalākaua, Queen Kapiʻolani and Queen Liliʻuokalani) lived at ʻIolani Palace, the only royal palace in the USA.

A surfer competes in Duke's Oceanfest in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi
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Oʻahu is considered to be the birthplace of surfing. Haleʻiwa on Oʻahu's North Shore is often nicknamed the "Surf Capital of the World" due to its powerful waves.

Photo: Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, HTA

The volcanic cone of Lēʻahi stands over Waikiki Beach
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Honolulu means "sheltered bay" in Hawaiian.

Photo: Tommy Pierucki, HTA

Hot air balloon over Asheville, North Carolina
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