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Originally posted by OohTeenyWahine
I remember as a kid we'd go on field trips to Iolani Palace -- former home of King David Kalakaua and Queen Lydia Lil`uokalani until the overthrow. I remember being in awe at the grandeur of the place. It was so big and beautiful.

I still get the same feeling after all these years.

Until I read more about Hawaiian history and culture, all I knew about Iolani Palace is that it was the Hawaii Five-O headquarters (at least the exterior).

Damned shame that much of the furnishings of the palace were sold off to the highest bidder at the turn of the 20th century; I'm glad to see that much of it is finally coming back to their rightful home.