Caught between land and sea is the lovely fishing village of Punalu’u, literally meaning ‘to dive for coral’, which women traditionally did to make hair bleach and which corporations up until recently harvested for construction purposes.
Whilst fishing is the main orientation of many, the lush, fertile region watered by misty afternoon showers, lends itself to profitable agriculture as well as a verdant natural habitat for many species of flora and fauna.
An easy-going lifestyle is perfectly complemented by the relaxing, mainly reef-protected beach, with the Beach Park and Waiono Stream at its southern side affording family fun in the sun.
Things to do
Dine at the one and only restaurant in town, renowned for its fine seafood selection
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Historic Hilo
Hawaiis biggest small town lies at the feet of three volcanoes, Mauna Kea, the world's tallest; Mauna Loa, the world's most voluminous; and Kilauea, the world's most active volcano.
