Don’t wake the Sleeping Giant

May 12th, 2010

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giantThe Nounou Mountain range has long been known to locals as Sleeping Giant due to it’s resemblance to a slumbering figure.  Legend says the giant once roamed the island and was loved by the Hawaiians. The village chief wanted a new heiau built and the giant volunteered since the villagers were too busy farming the taro they had planted in his footsteps.   It took him two weeks to finish the heiau and when he was done, the village had a huge luau for him. He ate so much at the party, the giant laid down and hasn’t awakened since! 

Some people like to hike the Sleeping Giant trail.  If you’re looking for a good hike while on vacation, this may be the perfect one for you!  You can get directions and info on the hike here.


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