Statue of Hamana Kalili and the Shaka
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5.0 (2)This Lāʻie tribute honors Hamana Kalili, the local credited with inspiring the world-famous shaka gesture.
Description
Located along Kamehameha Highway, this historical landmark recognizes Hamana Kalili as a revered community member. After he lost his fingers in a sugar mill accident, he subsequently waved with his thumb and pinky extended, inadvertently inspiring the sign of aloha.
