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GuidesTimeless in a sea of change, Lanai is one of Hawaii's most enticing islands. One of the smallest, it was formed by a single shield volcano creating a volcanic mass of tablelands and eroded gorges. The lowlands display sparsely populated pristine beaches and rugged, red lava cliffs. Towering Cook trees and green mountains encompass the highlands with open meadows and woodlands. Long ago, the island was first discovered by Kaululaau, who was the son of a Maui chief named Kakaalaneo. Kaululaau was banished to Lanai by his father after he destroyed the population's breadfruit crop. Legend tells that Lanai was consumed by evil spirits and Kaululaau spent his life there warding them away. Locals still believe that spirits reside on the land.
Formally known as the "pineapple state," Lanai was once the largest single pineapple plantation in the world. In 1924 Lana'i City was conceived by the Dole Pineapple company. It was a model town, incorporating all of the social necessities needed for pineapple production. In the early 1980s, the industry began to crash and the island turned to tourism. Luxury resorts were added as well as championship golf courses. With time and progress, Lanai City was left intact as a rural and rustic town.
Weather on Lanai offers misty mornings to sunny afternoons. The rainy season usually occurs during the first three to four months of the year but generally offers long sunny days. At 1,650 feet above sea level, Lana'i City has an unusually temperate climate. This is caused by the old Cook Island pines that shade the town. The nights are generally cool and the days are warm. The average temperature for Lanai is 79 to 81 degrees.
The sense of remoteness, seclusion and privacy are what make Lanai the ultimate retreat. Offering its own natural riches, one can find time to explore and discover the island's many sites and places to visit.
From beaches, trails, and geological settings, there are many things to see and do on such a small island. Sparsely populated, only 3000 residents live on this 140 sq. mile area. There are 30 miles of paved roads, in which one will never see a single traffic light.
Like the other islands, Lanai has its own special, unique flavor and feel. It is the perfect place for rest, rediscovery, romance and true Hawaiian history.
Lanai City
The secluded island of Lanai, once known as the "pineapple island," is rich in Hawaiian history and folklore. Lanai City, historically restored as the pineapple industry's main place of operation, still holds its rustic charm. In 1922, a pineapple grower by the name of James Dole arrived and purchased ...
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