3 best monuments & statues in Honolulu
Museum, Monument
The military naval base in West Honolulu Bay made an indelible mark on world history on December 7, 1941, when a massive air attack was carried out by Japanese forces, directly resulting in the U.S. entry into World War II. During the attack, up to 2,400 people were killed and much of the US Pacific Fleet was destroyed. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Honolulu" https://www.booking.com/city/us/honolulu.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-honolulu-pearlharbor] …
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Lookout, Cemetery
The Punchbowl volcanic crater, towering near downtown Honolulu, is one of Hawaii's most visited sites. First of all, there is a great view of the entire city and Waikiki Beach, but most importantly, there is a monumental "National Memorial Cemetery" built in the middle of the crater, a cemetery dedicated to all veterans who served in the Pacific armed forces. [btn "Book your Honolulu hotel in advance" https://www.booking.com/city/us/honolulu…
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Palace
One of Honolulu's few historic landmarks is the residence of Hawaii's royalty, Iolani Palace. After the fall of the monarchy in 1893, the Renaissance Revival building was the seat of the provisional administration of the islands until 1969. Today, the interiors are open to the public daily except Sundays from 9:00am-3:45pm. Tours cost 25 usd, and are free on the first Sunday of each month. The official website is iolanipalace.org.
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