Lanikai Beach is located in Lanikai, meaning "heavenly sea", on the windward coast of Oahu (the third largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and home to the state capital, Honolulu). This small 1/2 mile beach has been consistently ranked among the best beaches in the world. It is also a popular spot for photo shoots as renowned models and photographers frequent the place on nice days. What makes Lanikai Beach popular for photographers is having the two islands in the background called the Nā Mokulua. Due to its position on the east side of the island, Lanikai is a great place to watch the moonrise over the Mokuluas, especially during the full moon.
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