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Despite Hawaii's many wonders, this national park stands out: its two active volcanoes testify to the ongoing birth of the islands. Majestic Mauna Loa (4169m/13,677ft) looms like a sleeping giant, while Kilauea - the world's most active volcano - has been erupting almost continually since 1983.
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