Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial, World War I memorial with saltwater pool in Waikiki, Hawaii, US.
The Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial features a 100-meter saltwater swimming pool built directly into the Pacific Ocean with grand Beaux-Arts architecture and stone eagles.
Opening in 1927, this memorial commemorates 10,000 Hawaiian citizens who served in World War I, including 101 individuals who lost their lives during the conflict.
Olympic champion Duke Kahanamoku performed the inaugural swim, marking the start of decades of swimming competitions and training at this waterfront facility.
The memorial grounds remain accessible for ceremonies, while the swimming pool section stays closed since 1979 due to structural maintenance requirements.
This structure stands as the only remaining ocean-water natatorium in the United States, combining recreational facilities with commemorative architecture.
GPS coordinates: 21.26453,-157.82220
Latest update: March 6, 2025 06:45
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