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Lahaina (Hawaiian: Lahaina, Hawaiian: [ləˈhɐjnə], / ləˈhaɪnə /) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. On the northwest coast of the island of Maui, it encompasses Lahaina town and the Kaanapali and Kapalua beach resorts. At the 2020 census (before the 2023 wildfire), Lahaina had a resident population ...
In 1802, King Kamehameha made Lahaina the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom. He built a brick palace there, along with residences and other royal buildings, and Lahaina served as the center of the Hawaiian government for over 50 years, until permanently relocating to Honolulu for its harbor. AD 1810.
Aug 29, 2023 · Lahaina’s history dates back to the early 1800s when it was established as the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii. The town quickly became a bustling center of commerce, with ships from around the world anchoring in its harbor. During the whaling era, Lahaina served as a major whaling port, attracting sailors and traders from far and wide.
Sep 26, 2023 · Lahaina’s historic walking tour is a popular activity that takes you on a journey through the town’s rich history and cultural heritage over a span of more than 500 years. The self-guided walking tour allows you to explore at your own pace and soak up Lahaina’s unique character and charm.
Arriving in Lahaina is like entering a new world. Time slows down to island time. The sun is always shining. The lapping of the ocean on the white beaches sounds like a lullaby. It’s no surprise that Lā hainā means “cruel sun” in the Hawaiian language. But the history of Lahaina goes deeper than its relationship with the sun and heat.
Aug 13, 2023 · The loss of so much of Lahaina—a cultural heritage center on Maui—is profound. But historians say this is not the first time it has had to endure and evolve.
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Aug 11, 2023 · Historic Lahaina, a town on Maui's west coast, has been destroyed in the devastating wildfires that have burned across the island this week. Lahaina is a "place where the past is present," David ...
