Hawaii, United States — Hawaii–Aleutian Time (Pacific/Honolulu)
Major Islands of Hawaii
🌎 Overview
Hawaii, the "Aloha State", is located in the central Pacific Ocean. It’s the only U.S. state composed entirely of islands and is world-renowned for its volcanic landscapes, tropical climate, beaches, and unique Polynesian culture.
🌋 Geography & Nature
Hawaii is made up of eight main islands: Hawaii (Big Island), Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau, and Kahoolawe. The islands feature volcanoes, rainforests, coral reefs, and pristine beaches. Famous landmarks include Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
🏭 Economy & Industry
Hawaii’s economy depends on tourism, agriculture, defense, and renewable energy. Its tropical products, including coffee, pineapples, and macadamia nuts, are globally recognized.
- Major Industries: Tourism, Agriculture, Military, Renewable Energy
- Key Crops: Coffee, Pineapple, Macadamia Nuts, Sugarcane
- Main Port: Honolulu Harbor — Pacific trade hub
✈️ Tourism
Hawaii welcomes millions of visitors every year for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure.
- Waikiki Beach & Diamond Head (Oahu)
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Big Island)
- Na Pali Coast (Kauai)
- Road to Hana (Maui)
- Polynesian Cultural Center (Oahu)
🌺 Culture & Traditions
Hawaiian culture celebrates aloha spirit, hula, ukulele music, and island cuisine. It blends Native Hawaiian, Asian, and Western influences and values community, respect, and nature.
- Festivals: Aloha Festivals, Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
- Food: Poke bowls, Loco Moco, Spam Musubi, Shave Ice
- Music: Traditional chants, ukulele, and slack-key guitar