The oldest city in the Hawaiian archipelago is situated on the eastern coast of the Island of Hawai’i, at the base of two significant shield volcanoes. One, Mauna Loa, remains active, offering a distinctive opportunity to observe volcanic activity firsthand at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Conversely, Mauna Kea is dormant and hosts the most prominent land-based astronomical observatories at its 4,200-meter summit. The scenery surrounding Hilo is characterized by lush rainforests and agricultural areas producing macadamia nuts, papaya, sugar cane, coffee, and taro root. These products are sold at one of the finest farmers’ markets in the state, operational seven days a week, alongside numerous chances to explore primordial rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and the captivating coastline featuring black sandy beaches and lava reefs.
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