A representation of Kawhi Leonard's hand, which measures 11.25 inches from thumb to pinkie and is 9.75 inches long. Credit Sam Manchester/The New York Times.
After Statehood was declared in 1959, Honolulu became the state capitol. Oahuâs largest city, Honolulu (âprotected bayâ in Hawaiian), is also the largest city in Hawaii, the county seat, the state capitol, and the center of business and industry in the Islands. Honolulu is also the only U.S. city to be founded by royalty, and hosts the only royal residence on U.S. soil (Ê»Iolani Palace)
Hilo, which has a major harbor and airport, is a peaceful city with a population of 43,000. It is located 200 air miles from Honolulu, HawaiÊ»iâs state capital. Kailua-Kona, on the western side of HawaiÊ»i Island, is one of the fastest growing population centers in the State.ilo, which has a major harbor and airport, is a peaceful city with a population of 43,000. It is located 200 air miles from Honolulu, HawaiÊ»iâs state capital. Kailua-Kona, on the western side of HawaiÊ»i Island, is one of the fastest growing population centers in the State.