The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Waimea, Kauai, as one of its 2006 "Dozen Distinctive Destinations", marking the first time any Hawai'i town had won that distinction.
"...The Dozen Distinct Destinations for 2006 is an annual list of unique and lovingly preserved communities in the United States, said a passage from a press release issued by leaders of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Waimea was selected from 93 destinations from 39 states vying for the honor, nominated by individuals or representatives of preservation organizations and local communities.
"Waimea is visually stunning, and rich in history from ancient to modern times," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
"The town celebrates its culture and heritage not only on special occasions, but in everyday life, making Waimea a jewel in plain sight."
"...preserving communities and their landmarks helps tell the nation's story in the hopes the children and grandchildren will be inspired by it, appreciate it, and seek to continue to protect these places as part of the nation's collective identity...."
Maybe to some of the residents of Waimea, the town is a little too "backward", but all the residents should be proud that Waimea is helping to preserve the history of Kauai in the buildings and the stories that the older people tell, and now more tourists to Kauai will want to spend time there.
Miulang
"...The Dozen Distinct Destinations for 2006 is an annual list of unique and lovingly preserved communities in the United States, said a passage from a press release issued by leaders of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Waimea was selected from 93 destinations from 39 states vying for the honor, nominated by individuals or representatives of preservation organizations and local communities.
"Waimea is visually stunning, and rich in history from ancient to modern times," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
"The town celebrates its culture and heritage not only on special occasions, but in everyday life, making Waimea a jewel in plain sight."
"...preserving communities and their landmarks helps tell the nation's story in the hopes the children and grandchildren will be inspired by it, appreciate it, and seek to continue to protect these places as part of the nation's collective identity...."
Maybe to some of the residents of Waimea, the town is a little too "backward", but all the residents should be proud that Waimea is helping to preserve the history of Kauai in the buildings and the stories that the older people tell, and now more tourists to Kauai will want to spend time there.
Miulang
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