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East Side

by ALOHA DEAN

Walter Duncan McBryde planted  Eucalyptus Trees Tunnel over 150 years ago. The trees once formed a beautiful canopy over the highway before two hurricanes damaged the tops of the trees. Today they form a lush corridor on the way to Po'ipu and Prince Jonah Kuhio  Kalaniana'ole,  born along the Po'ipu coast at Kukui'ula in 1871. He was the last royal heir to the Hawaiian throne. South shore is a wonderland of diversity, with excellent beaches for swimming and snorkeling, and a wealth of historical and scenic sites.  Further Take Highway 50 west and you will be amassed with Biggest Smallest town in Kauai. The glory days of Hanapepe may be over but it is still the "biggest little town" on the South Shore. The town started by Chinese rice farmers in the late 1800's. It was the only town that was not associated with a plantation. It gained a reputation as wild spot with numerous bars and brawls.