L\u012bhu\u2018e serves as the transportation, industrial, and public sector hub of Kaua\u2018i. As such, it might not seem like there\u2019s anything to see here. But there are many reasons to visit this charming historical town besides simply catching your flight.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Located along the eastern shore of the Garden Isle, the community was founded almost 200 years ago. What started as dirt roads became paved as sugar cane fields began dominating L\u012bhu\u2018e\u2019s landscape in the 1900s. Most of the town\u2019s residents and businesses set up shop on Rice Street \u2014 the same road that is currently undergoing a revitalization. Businesses like Kaua\u2018i Beer Company, where you can grab a locally crafted pint, and Ha Coffee, where you\u2019ll have no problem getting a great-tasting caffeine fix, are updating the area.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Besides new business ventures, L\u012bhu\u2018e is also a repository for Kaua\u2018i\u2019s past. It\u2019s where Grove Farm museum is located, a former plantation that feels like its inhabitants left only yesterday. Kaua\u2018i Museum, on Rice Street, houses ancient Hawaiian relics and shares stories of pre-and post-contact Hawai\u2018i, including tales about the island\u2019s last reigning king, Kaumuali\u2018i.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Another favorite among visitors is Kilohana Plantation Estate where you can enjoy lunch at Gaylord\u2019s on gorgeous manicured grounds, take a train ride with keiki to visit farm animals, try some locally made chocolate at Kaua\u2018i Sweet Shoppe or taste spirits at Koloa Rum Company. This is also the site of one of the largest and most entertaining l\u016b\u2018au<\/em> on the island.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n And if you didn\u2019t already notice during your flight\u2019s descent, L\u012bhu\u2018e is home to one of the most beautiful mountain ranges on the island, H\u0101\u2018upu. Gain access to these mountains by booking a tour with K\u012bp\u016b Ranch Adventures where ATVs allow you to explore several acres of private land and journey to an overlook that lets you see a secluded beach, K\u012bp\u016b Kai.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Other impressive natural features L\u012bhu\u2018e is privy to are the Hul\u0113\u2018ia River and Menehune fish pond, as well as Wailua Falls, which is one of Kaua\u2018i\u2019s most easily accessible waterfalls. Also, Kalapak\u012b Beach has a picturesque setting that\u2019s ideal for beginners learning to surf or paddleboard because of the bay\u2019s gentle nature. And what\u2019s not to love about sipping cocktails and sunset viewing, a mission easily accomplished at one of the many restaurants scattered along this shoreline?<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" L\u012bhu\u2018e serves as the transportation, industrial, and public sector hub of Kaua\u2018i. As such, it might not seem like there\u2019s anything to see here. But there are many reasons to visit this charming historical town besides simply catching your flight. Lihue, Revitalized Located along the eastern shore of the Garden Isle, the community was founded…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":109,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3311],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-118171","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-things-to-do-kauai"],"yoast_head":"\nImpressive Features and Attractions in Lihue<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n