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Hilo
On the east side of the island, you'll find the town of Hilo.
Back in the 1700's, under the rule of King
Kamehameha, Hilo was the center of politics and society for the Big Island.
By the way--learn to pronounce "Kamehameha", as you'll find many places, streets, etc. named after this famous king.
Here's how: say ka MAY-ah MAY-ah.
You feel more Hawaiian already, don't you?
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From Hilo City, Mauna Kea is seen reflected in red in the morning sun. Photo courtesy Hawaii Tourism Japan.
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The whaling trade, the booming sugar industry, and explorers made Hilo a commercial hotspot by the 1900's. In 1946, a tsunami
struck Hilo's bayfront...then another hit in 1960, causing the relocation Hilo's government and commercial operations.
Hilo is certainly full of history, and a great departure point if you're wanting to visit the
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park; however, virtually all of the major
resorts are on the other coast. Most visitors to Hilo are from the many cruise ships that stop here.
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