Japanese Garden in Hilo

Day 3: Scenic Drive and Stargazing

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August 28th 2010
August 28, 2010 Lili'uokalani Gardens Our first stop in the morning was a visit to the Japanese-style garden on the waterfront of Hilo. It was so beautiful and serene. Several local families were just arriving and setting up their canopy tents, settling in for a day of sunshine and relaxation. Mom and I strolled the paths winding over the bridges and around tropical trees. The peace was ... read more

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