Pohaku Kani – bell stone

Large basalt stone, one of the best known of the bell stones of Hawaii. When the stone is struck sharply, it stone emits a low sound. In earlier times, this effect was used to announced the royal births.

Pu’u ‘Ō’ō

Pu'u 'Ō'ō crater in 1990

One of the cinder cones of Kīlauea, erupting continuously since January 1983. The longest-lived known rift-zone eruption. Continuous lava flows from this cone constantly change the geography of the island, here from time to time is observed also lava lake.

Molokini crater

Molokini

Partially submerged volcanic crater. Some 600 m long crescent-shaped summit rises above the water. Exceptional scuba diving site due to calm water, good visibility, and exceptional biological diversity.

Mauna Kea

Mauna Kea

One of the highest mountains in the world if measured from its underwater base – 10,203 m high. It rises per 4,207 m above sea level. Due to dry and stable air above the volcano, it is one of the best places in the world for astronomical observation.

Mauna Loa

Mauna Loa from the path to the summit of Mauna Kea

Volcano with the largest area in the world among the volcanoes that are above sea level. It rises 4 169 m above sea level and 9 170 m above its base.

Stahl House No 22

Stahl House No 22

A masterpiece of minimalist design for private houses. Constructed in 1959, with its architecture well ahead of the time.

San Francisco cable cars

San Francisco cable car

The last manually operated system of cable cars in the world. Development started in 1873. Now remain three lines.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Enormous hotel in Mission Revival Style, gradually extended in 1902 – 1935. The architecture of this complex is diverse, eclectic – and very lively and impressive.