Diamonds in Diamond Head?
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean on the Southeast Coast of Oahu, Diamond Head is arguably the most famous volcanic crater
in the world. The crater was originally
named Laeahi by the ancient Hawaiians, which means "brow of
the tuna". The current name of Diamond Head came from British sailors in the 1800's who mistook the calcite crystals in the lava rock for diamonds.As far as vocanic activity, Diamond Head has been extinct for 150,000 years.
Aloha ~
Ali
Hi, this is Jena .This is a great panoramic view. I always wanted to visit Hawaii.
Cool blog you have too, thanks for the visit.
Happy blogging.
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No wonder why this is the world's most famous crater, it is really beautiful!
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Wonderful picture! Must be time for a(nother) vacation :)
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That is beautiful. I'm jealous.
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I love Hawaiian history. It is such a beautiful place. That picture makes me want to jump up out of my chair and run there.
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i was knowing the place "Oahu" is on playstation game, independence day...i don't know if this is a real place in the earth....and looking at your picture, Oahu is a beautiful place.
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Sounds interesting! Thanks for the posting.
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