Tour of the Island
The Big Island (officially named Hawaii) is the largest island in the United States' Hawaiian archipelago in the Central Pacific. Its diverse terrain spans colored-sand beaches at Papakolea (green) and Punalu’u (black) to lush rainforest. Within Volcanoes National Park, there are 2 active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa. Hapuna Beach and Kahalu'u Beach Park in the west are popular snorkeling sites. The Big Island is the youngest Island in the Hawaiian chain. Scientists believe it is 800,000 years old. One the world's largest telescope observatories is located on Mauna Kea. Kilauea is the world's largest and most active volcano.
5 Fun Facts about Hawaii:
The state gem isn't actually a mineral – black coral.
Hawaii has the most amount of endangered species.
Hawaii has the highest life expectancy in the country.
Hawaii's famous macadamia nut isn't native to Hawaii.
Kauai is home to the rainiest place in the country.
