The NTBG site explains that Makana mountain is one of only two locations where the famous fire-throwing ceremony, 'oahi, was performed in ancient times.

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David and I had a date night at Rumsfire, the bar in the Sheraton Waikiki. We went to watch David's favorite artist, Makana!!
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DaBoyZ05 > Makana is a Hawaiian term meaning "gift from heaven" or reward.

DaBoyZ05 > It is often used as a person's name or as part of a name.

DaBoyZ05 > Makana Mountain is located on the northernmost island in the Hawaiian archipelago, Kauai.

DaBoyZ05 > According to the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) web site, it towers above Limahuli valley.

DaBoyZ05 > It is often referred to as Bali Hai, a name popularized by the movie South Pacific.

DaBoyZ05 > However, the ancient Hawaiians named it Makana.

DaBoyZ05 > The name indicates the importance of Makana mountain in ancient Hawaii.

DaBoyZ05 > The NTBG site explains that Makana mountain is one of only two locations where the famous fire-throwing ceremony, 'oahi, was performed in ancient times.

DaBoyZ05 > The 'oahi was a celebration of very special occasions such as the graduation of students from the famous hula school at Ke'e or the visit of a high chief.

The NTBG site explains that Makana mountain is one of only two locations where the famous fire-throwing ceremony, 'oahi, was performed in ancient times.

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