Hawaii residents consume more Spam per capita than any other state in the U.S., often enjoying it as " Spam Musubi

Hawaii is the only U.S. state with an official royal palace. ‘Iolani Palace in Honolulu served as the residence for the Hawaiian monarchy and even had electricity years before the White House.

"—a slice of grilled Spam on a block of rice wrapped in seaweed.

Cultural tradition dictates that you should never take lava rocks or sand from the islands. Legends say those who do will be cursed by Pele, the goddess of fire and volcanoes.

Hawaii is one of only four states that bans billboards to preserve its natural scenic beauty.

Hawaii is the only U.S. state that is still growing. Thanks to the continuous eruptions from the Kilauea volcano , new land is added to the Big Island every year as lava cools in the ocean.