HILO

Exploring The ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center in Hilo There’s a reason why the Big Island is such a hub for astronomical observation: Mauna Kea, the massive…

About the Merrie Monarch Festival A week-long celebration of Hawaiian culture on the Big Island’s Hilo side during the week of Easter, visiting Hilo during…

Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut History The Macadamia tree was named in 1857 by the European botanist Ferdinand von Mueller, after a friend, Australian scientist John…

Liliuokalani Gardens Overview Resting along Banyan Drive, in historic downtown Hilo, you will find the beautiful Lili’uokalani Gardens, the largest, authentic Edo-style ornamental garden outside…