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Welcome to Hawaii! Visitors to this island state can enjoy hiking through Hawaii's rainforests, lounging on a secluded beach, riding a mountain bike down a volcano at top speed, and much more. For snow skiers, there is even the opportunity to hit the slopes at Mauna Kea. Visitors can also take the opportunity to snorkel, hike, explore and catch an afternoon luau (feast) all in one day.

Hawaii was an independent kingdom from 1810 - 1893. The flag was designed at the request of King Kamehameha I. It has eight stripes of white, red and blue which represent the eight main islands. The flag of Great Britain is emblazoned in the upper left corner to honor Hawaii's friendship with the British. The combination of the stripes of the United States flag and the Union Jack of Great Britain is said to have pleased the merchant shippers of both nations. Flag adopted for official state use in 1959.