Surf's up in Waikiki! And there's no better place to catch some waves than at Duke's Beach, named after the man who popularized the sport of surfing, Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku.
A Native Hawaiian, Duke was born into a modest family less than three years before the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Yet he quickly made a name for himself as an accomplished swimmer and surfer, becoming the face of a changing Hawaii as it evolved from an independent Kingdom to the 50th American state.
Today, Duke's statue stands as a testament to his legacy on Waikiki beach, where visitors can still enjoy some of the best surfing in the world. So whether you're a seasoned surfer or just looking to catch some waves, make sure to pay tribute to Duke at his namesake beach on your next visit to Honolulu!
https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/oahu/regions/honolulu/duke-kahanamoku-statue
https://waikikitrolley.com/duke-kahanamoku-statue/