Being the first capital Kingdom of Hawaii, Lahaina has plenty of historical significance to boast about. See and hear about a fascinating blend of influences covering Hawaiian history such as missionaries and immigrant plantation life. Head off the beaten track to see some hidden gems, including the Jodo Mission, which highlights the influence of Chinese and Japanese immigrants on Maui and houses a 12-foot-tall copper and bronze statue of Amida Buddha--the largest of its kind outside Japan.