Kilauea Lighhouse is another postcard
perfect view of Kauai. It was built in 1913 and the lens
is the largest of its type ever made. It has been in service
until 1976. Nowadays the attraction is the large population
of birds that nest around the cliff. The view from the
cliff is amazing; there is a small island directly offshore.
One thing I remember is that some birds were nesting in
underground tunnels very close to the lighthouse. Because
their nests were so fragile (if someone stepped on the
ground their nests would be crashed and the birds would be
buried) they had put up a sign saying "Only birds beyond
this point". We found this very funny, like they were
assuring the birds that they are allowed there.
The lighthouse is only opened Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm,
and it's closed Saturdays, Sundays - first time we got there
after 4 and we had to come back another day.
