To read previous part Morning and evening. Hawaii, part 17
That was a really nice day but now is the time to take a step back and spend some time in a garden. I know what are you thinking now - another garden? Really? Didn't they have better things to do there? And the answer is - yes, another garden and it is a good place to spend time when you are in Hawaii.
And Smith's Garden Luau is not just a garden, it is more than that. It is a wholesome family-oriented place where one can have a river trip, or enjoy the garden or to experience luau. Luau is quite a special Hawaiian style feast accompanied by music, dances and good time.
But we weren't here for luau. We've been to the garden just to enjoy the garden itself. And we had a really great time there,
I should say.
African tulip tree. Or sometimes it is called the Flame of the forest and I don't know which name suits it better ;) Isn't it beautiful and bright?
Just a peacock... One of many we met there that day.
Hong Kong orchid tree. Another tropical beauty we found here (and, by the way, nowhere else on the island).
Beautiful Red frangipani. Again...
Just a rooster. One of many (have no idea if there were more chickens or peacocks).
Nice lotus pond. Quiet and romantic place to walk around and think about your future.
Any idea what the name of this flower is? Right! It is Peacock Flower ;) Sometimes they call it Red bird of paradise. I guess both names reflect the character of this red beauty.
This is a regular garden, meaning it is well planned and organized. And while walking there you enjoy it every minute, every corner and every spot...
Bamboo groove. Or forest? Anyway, I wouldn't like it if I need to cut my way through something like that, would you?
Stop running. Take a sit. Admire the view!
Three house? Oh, this is Filipino village ;) Interesting...
You cannot imagine how many coconut trees you can find on the island. Everywhere on the island...
Birds of paradise. Isn't it a nice title for this one?
Blooming banana. I never thought the flower could be that big, actually. But... I guess it should be big to produce a rack of bananas.
Who said the chicken couldn't fly? If so, how did they get there? Huh? Honestly... we learn the chicken are spend night on the tree. Always. And sometimes they fly up to the top of the tree, by the way.
Japanese style bridge.
And New York style traffic and angry pedestrians.
Where are you from? Doesn't matter, it is so far away from here ;)
I should say a couple of hours there were perfect. We really enjoyed them and definitely could stay longer, but needed some rest so we left for a sunset ;)
Pictures were taken on April 28, 2013.
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