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Hawaii the Orchid Island of the Hawaiian Group, distributed by the Hawaii Visitors Bureau from the Hilo Airport, offers a visually evocative pictorial map of Hawaii, enriched with inset plans of significant localities such as Hilo, Kona Coast, Kalapana-Kapoho, and Waimea-Kamuela.
The mid-20th century was a pivotal period for Hawaiian tourism. With increased accessibility via air travel, Hawaii was becoming a premier travel destination. It was against this backdrop that such informative guides emerged to cater to the inquisitive traveler. The map accentuates notable features such as main roads, secondary routes, trails, and a clear scale of miles, allowing visitors a comprehensive overview of the island's geography.
Rich in both natural beauty and cultural history, Hawaii is a tapestry of tales. Highlights include Rainbow Falls, Puna Lava Flow, and Kalapana Black Sand Beach along with various other natural wonders. Additionally, there are many historical religious sites such as Pololu Valley where ancient Hawaiian heiaus (temples) were located and Mookini Heiau one of the most sacred ancient Hawaiian temple ruins.
This map, thus, serves not just as a practical guide, but as an invitation to delve into the manifold wonders and stories that Hawaii holds.
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