Oahu also called as O'ahu in native Hawaiian is one of the third largest islands on the archipelago of Hawaii and the name indicates a gathering place in native English.

It is the most populated island of the state and is one of the most eminent tourist destinations of Hawaii.

The capital of the state of Hawaii Honolulu is located on the eastern coast of Oahu and it is one of the most visited places in the Hawaiian Islands. The culture of Oahu is overall on the festive front although there are some small quiet places on the Island. The overall geographic distribution of Oahu is variable and the total area that is occupied by the island is about 596.7 square miles which is approxiamtely 1,545.4 km 2. There are some off shore islands that are included here as well and these include the Ford Island and the Kaneohe Bay.

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The 2000 census conducted in the area displayed that the total population of Oahu was 876,151 and this was actually the entire population of the county of Honolulu.
 
There were very few people who lived on the island outside the County of Honolulu. The island has a total population of about 900,000 people and 75% of these are permanent residents of the state of Hawaii within the United States of America. The reason for the outburst of population in this locality is based on many incidents and co incidences.
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There are some fantastic beaches that are present in Oahu and these make the idea of tourism a success in the state of Hawaii. These beaches add to the ambience as well as the resource of the state and are the center of activity for natives and tourists all year round. The Ala Moana Beach of Hawaii which is also known to the natives as The Path to the Sea; is one of the most beautiful park located along the south shore and is stretched on a total area of 76-acre lying simply west of the famous beach area of Waikiki. This beach is renowned for its excellent swimming as well as surfing and the waves of the beach are gentle and mild thus promoting healthy outdoor sports in the waters.
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Oahu is a great place to buy a home or condo. You can search from Honolulu to Kailua and the Northshore. One good tool is offered by American Dream Realty. You can Search all of the island for Oahu Real Estate.

    

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