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1. Iao Valley State Park
- Iao is why Maui is called the Valley Isle
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- Central Maui
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2. Hana Cultural Center
- Hana's Historic museum and village on Maui
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3. Road to Hana
- The scenic road to Hana brings vistas, waterfalls, and more on the windward side of Maui
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4. Oheo Gulch
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5. Wai'anapanapa State Park
- Hiking, Heiau and Tropical Fantasy In Hana Maui
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6. Kaanapali Sunset Luau in Maui
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7. Maui Sunset Luau
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8. Ulalena Show at Maui Theatre
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9. Church of the Holy Ghost
- Beautiful little church on Maui over a century old.
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10. Old Lahaina Luau
- An authentic Hawaiian luau favored by locals and tourists alike. Located on Maui the Old Lahaina Luau...
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The Hawaiian Islands are bursting with cultural significance and historic sites. From ancient battle grounds to religious temples, Maui has a large collection of educational and interesting attractions that date back to the Hawaiian monarchy.
A trip out to Iao Valley is a great first stop in learning about ancient living styles of the Hawaiians. Learn how land was divided, what crops were planted, and how irrigation ponds were created. Iao Valley is also to locale where King Kamehameha staged a bloody battle to finally unite all the islands under one monarchy.
Hana is another region on Maui that is very symbolic. Much of Hana still remains underdeveloped. Tour botanical gardens, see religious stone temples at the Seven Sacred Pools, and learn about an ancient myth surrounding a girl who hid in an underwater cave out at Waianapanapa State Park.
The town of Lahaina also houses some historic monuments. The town used to be a booming whaling town and the capital of the Hawaiian Islands. Walk through historic houses, a whaling museum, and sample local art inspired by Hawaiian mythology.
Of course a luau is probably the most fun option for learning about the Hawaiian culture. The Old Lahaina Luau is consistently ranked the best luau on Maui year after year. Various hotels in Ka'anapali also offer nightly luaus.
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