February 3, 2010 - Polynesian Cultural Center

Today we took a drive to the opposite shore of the island.  The coastal drive was lovely.

We stopped to see the Hale O Lono Temple

and had a lovely parkland walk.  

While there we saw some wild chickens, including a vividly colored rooster 

and a red-crested cardinal...not quite as vivid red as those in Mom's home in Illinois.

In the park was a great banyan tree

and a small waterfall. 

We spent most of the day at the Polynesian Cultural Center.  The grounds were beautiful

Some of the highlights:

The Floating Parade with floats representing all of the Pacific Island nations featured at the center. 

The Maori Center

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Video of poi dancers.

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Video of dancers.

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A Fijian Spirit House

with Fiji people

Someone climbing a coconut tree.

Lots of entertainers.

The Hawaiian Center.

We went to the evening Luau.

And saw the evening show.