Maui Cities
The Hawaii’s second biggest island which is Maui is one of the bests when it comes to beaches and condominium locations. They have perfectly designed hotels, beach shores, bars, towns, and even the undeveloped areas. After having a relaxation on the beaches of Maui, you should also try visiting its towns.
Lahaina is one of the small towns of Maui. It is situated at the Highway 30 located at the western part of Maui. This small town was built in the early 19th century making it very historical. Way back in the beginning of the 19th century, Lahaina acted as the whaling port as well as a facility of R&R. Because of the unwanted behaviors of the sailors there that time, a conflict between the sailors and the missionaries began. The conflict worsened as the governor that time arrested a popular ship captain. The sailors started to fire cannon balls against the missionaries’ houses. As the remembrance for that conflict, the 60 foot high banyan tree stands by the Lahaina Port as an unending tribute to the heroism of the missionaries.
There are 20 other historical sites located at Lahaina such as the Missionary House of Reverend Baldwin, a prison house, the Carthaginian Floating Museum, and the old courthouse.
Every November, Lahaina is always expecting 20-30 thousand crowds to participate to their Halloween celebration. The tourists are often gathered at the main street wherein lots of shops as well as stalls are located. The only bad thing about Lahaina is its small space not fit for a parking space. Some local people there may charge you an amount to access the parking space.
Let us now go to the eastern part of Maui which is the Hana. Hana is indeed a quiet town which can generate relaxation among its tourists. You can easily forget the life at the city after arriving at the place because of its sanctuary-like location. Around the town are the tropical forests which can add up its relaxing views. Aside from the rainforests, there are also plenty of breath taking views available like the waterfalls, beaches, and infinity pools. While riding along the road of Hana, you will be able to see the 95 foot high Wailua Falls as well as the beaches of Oheo Gulch. The Hana’s very own Hamoa Beach was in the past considered by the great author James Michener as the “South Pacific’s Most Excellent Beach”.
The whole town of Hana will be viewed when you are on the top of the Fagan’s Memorial Cross. This 30-foot erected cross was built in memory of the great Paul Fagan who assisted Hana in surviving the downward sugar industry of the town in 1940′s.
Let us now proceed to the western part of Maui which is the Kapalua. This is the best town of Maui since it contains lots of beaches. Just like the other towns of Maui, it also embraces its history. The Honokahua Preservation Site locates 900 old aged burial sites which were dated around 610 – 1800. Kapalua has plenty of pineapple plantations making them the primary exporter of pineapple goods.
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