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Waikiki Beach
Hawaii's most famous beach backed by high-rise hotels and Diamond Head crater, a birthplace of modern surfing.
7 km · about 15 min drive
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‘Ālewa Heights
Hawaii, United States · North America
About ‘Ālewa Heights
‘Ālewa Heights works well as a base: 7km from Waikiki Beach.
‘Ālewa Heights is a town located in Hawaii, United States. With a population of 2,305, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, ‘Ālewa Heights sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the Pacific/Honolulu time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add ‘Ālewa Heights to your route.
About ‘Ālewa Heights
The Georges de S. Canavarro House, also known as the Canavarro Castle, at 2756 Rooke Ave., Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, was built in 1924–1927 for Georges de Souza Canavarro, son of the longtime Consul-General of Portugal in Hawaiʻi, Antonio de Souza Canavarro. It was designed by Hart Wood, the leader of a group of architectsRead more
aiming to develop a style suitable for the climate and lifestyle of the islands. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 as a fine example of the Mediterranean Revival style employed for several large estates of that era, most notably Walter F. Dillingham's La Pietra. The design in this case was inspired by that of Sicilian villas.
The house site is on a steep slope in the Puʻunui area of Nuʻuanu Valley, next to the Oahu Country Club, with expansive views up the Valley and down to Honolulu harbor. The roofing is covered with red tiles, the masonry walls are covered with white stucco both inside and out, and the terraced floors and terraced grounds give the impression of a hillside town above the Mediterranean. The house itself is cross-shaped with an open courtyard and fountain in the center. The master bedroom, bath, and parlor are on the uphill side above the courtyard, with dining room, kitchen, and pantry on the downhill side. The north wing contains a library and two more bedrooms with separate baths. The interior floors are tiled and ceilings are coffered.
In 1947, the Canavarro Castle was purchased by the Korean Kook Min Hur (National Association), but subsequently fell into disuse. In 2002, the Korean Cultural Center of Hawaii bought the property and restored it for use as a meeting site and museum of the Korean independence movement.
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‘Ālewa Heights is located in Hawaii, United States, North America. The coordinates are 21.3405 latitude, -157.8482 longitude.
What is the population of ‘Ālewa Heights?
‘Ālewa Heights has a population of approximately 2,305 people, making it a town in United States.
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- Population
- 2,305
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Hawaii
- Timezone
- Pacific/Honolulu
- Coordinates
- 21.3405, -157.8482
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
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Worth the detour from ‘Ālewa Heights
4 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
The solemn memorial built over the sunken USS Arizona, honoring the 2,403 Americans who lost their lives in the December 7, 1941 attack.
10 km · about 20 min drive
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Lanikai Beach
A hidden residential beach on Oahu's windward coast with fine white sand, calm waters, and views of the Mokulua Islands.
15 km · about 30 min drive
film location
Kualoa Ranch, Oahu (Jurassic Park valley)
The Ka'a'awa Valley's fallen log, gallimimus stampede and Indominus paddock scenes were all filmed on this working ranch; tours run daily.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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