Island of Kauai

 About Kauai 

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Kauai, the most tropical of all the islands, is quiet and tranquil. The Island's scenic beauty, which includes waterfalls, sea cliffs, arid canyons and scores of beautiful white sand beaches, has served as the backdrop for many cinematic films. Waimea Canyon, “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” is a must-see. Helicopter tours are popular, as the spectacular sea cliffs of the Na Pali coast and the crater of Mount Waialeale (one of the wettest spots on earth), are not accessible by road. If you're looking for natural beauty and adventure, Kauai's the place to find it.

The gay and lesbian community on Kauai often gets together in private homes for parties and socials, and visitors are always welcome at these events.

• Nickname: The Garden Island
• Population: 56,603
• Land Area: 552 square miles
• Extreme Length: 33 miles
• Extreme Width: 25 miles
• Highest Point: 5,243 feet
• Official Color: Purple
• Official Flower: Mokihana (Green Berry)