Why People Are Passionate About Mauna Kea

When I arrived at the destination of the hearing, many kanakas were circling the building to represent how they are against the idea of the TMT and especially its location. The first and foremost argument was: Mauna Kea is most sacred site in Hawaii tradition and culture. Of the four major islands in the Hawaiian group, tradition states that the highest and most sacred places were located on Maun Wai’ale’ale on Kaua’i; Mauna Ka’ala on Oahu; Mauna Haleakala on Maui; and Mauna Kea on Hawaii. However, because Mauna Kea was the tallest and the highest point throughout Pacific Polynesia, it was considered the most sacred of all. It stood tall over the island of Hawaii and was used to host early Hawaiian traditions such as religion practices, study of the heavens, tool making, meditation source and many more.

Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, and it is the youngest. Kilauea stands just under 4,200 feet tall above sea level at its highest point.

This paper will provide information on the volcanoes of Hawaii, where it is known to be the home of one of the world’s largest volcanic islands, merely second to Iceland. It is not just the beautiful landscapes and wildlife that spark the interest to this particular area, but the uniqueness of the Hawaiian volcanoes and islands themselves are what make the area so significant. There will be information spanning from the history of the origin of the islands to how Hawaii must adjust to the volcanic hazards in order to keep the area livable. With these ideas in mind, I will first address background information on the area and set the scene as to what makes this area so special. Then I will transition to the history of how the

Mauna Kea should remain cultural and not allow project TMT (thirty-meter telescope) on the mountain. According to Hawaiian legend, Mauna Kea is the meeting place of Papa (Earth Mother) and Wakea (Sky Father) who are first ancestors in Hawaiian history. We as Hawaiians view Mauna Kea as a temple or house of worship. In our cultural understanding, it is believed that Mauna Kea was not created by man, but by Ke Akua (God). Mauna Kea is both the burial ground and the embodiment of the most sacred ancestors. This is why I am advocating that a thirty-meter telescope, or TMT does not belong on Mauna Kea. Mauna Kea is a volcano on the island of Hawai’i that is sacred to Native Hawaiians as an elder ancestor and the physical embodiment of deities revered in Hawaiian culture and religion. According to Kay Ala Kahaulelio, a Hawaiian astronomer and student at University of Hawaii, he says, “the sacredness of Mauna Kea is beyond what we can comprehend in the human realm. It is so scared because it is the portal and the closest temple where we can connect with our God.” In Hawaiian genealogy, Mauna Kea is perceived as the center of ones being. It holds burial grounds and is a place where people scatter ashes of their loved ones. On Mauna Kea there are a total of 13 telescopes- a number that I feel is too high that there are enough telescopes on Mauna Kea. Currently, there are thirteen working telescopes being operated by astronomers from 11 different countries, so why do

In 400 C.E. the Hawaiian islands were settled by Polynesian voyagers.They had each island ruled by different chief’s and conflict was normal for them.At the same time they still had law’s and a class system not influenced by foreigners until captain cook arrived at Kealakekua Bay,hawaii in January,18,1778.But the most important person in Hawaiian history is king Kahmehameha he concord all the islands and became ruler of the whole island chain.Also he was an expert leader, politician,intelligent and caring about his subjects.

Today I arrived at Haleakala National Park to visit for two days. This island is located on the east side of Maui, Haleakala is 33,233 acres. Haleakala means, “House of the Sun” in Hawaiian. Every year Haleakala has over 1.4 million visitors. This year I am one of the lucky visitors to explore this National Park. Made up of a volcano, mountains and beaches this is going to be an adventure so I’m keeping a journal about my adventure at Haleakala National Park. The park is divided into two areas, the summit and coastal Kipahulu area. I will journal about the elevation of the summit and the coastal area Kipahulu.

Mauna Kea is currently the tallest mountain in the Hawaiian Chain. 4,205 meters above sea level, Mauna Kea is located on the island of Hawaii. It is the second largest surface that comprises of the five volcanoes on Mauna Kea. With Mauna Kea being the largest Mountain in the Hawaiian chain, it is a popular location to look into the galaxies, to find the origin of life.

Hawaii has a nickname which is called The Aloha State. The capital of hawaii is Honolulu. Hawaii has a palace called “Iolani Palace in honolulu, it is the only royal palace in the United States”. Hawaii is the longest island chain in the entire world and they only have 12 letters instead of 24 letters. The largest Dormant Volcano is the Haleakala (“Hawaii facts”). One of Hawaii's main rules are that you cannot have snakes as a pet they are also one of the places that only has two different kinds of lava.”Hawaii is famous for its world-class beaches and they come in many colors” for example they are famous for the black beach which is black because of the lava.Hawaii has one of the smallest populations in the United States they only have 1.4 million people in Hawaii which is very small compared to a lot of other places in the United States (“Hawaii

The main way I plan on giving back to Hawaii is to make sure that everyone I come across knows that this land has shaped me into what I am today. Akin to a piece of clay, I was molded into all that I am by my environment and the people who cared for me. Making sure that everyone knows, no matter the part of the country I am in, that I am from Hawaii. My major concern is to be successful and for everyone around the country to know that people from this state are capable and amazing, in ways that people from every other state are. I want people to know, I’m giving back in a way that isn’t really physical or tangible in any sense of the word, but in the recognition that I want this state and the people to receive.

Mauna Loa is considered a “shield volcano” meaning its eruption are as violent as they could be, however because of its enormous size, it will still be a reckoning, like journalist James Cave says, “Of the five active volcanoes in Hawaii, only the Kilauea and Loihi volcanoes have been quietly erupting consistently for decades. But Mauna Loa is seen as the big threat there. What Kilauea erupts in one day, Mauna Loa has erupted in 20 minutes, as it did in 1984. It came way too close to destroying Hilo, where more than 35,000 people lived at the

Hawaii has a very historical and traditionally rooted culture, and the Hokulea is the beginning and the very center of it. Hawaiians were able to develop the islands and mastered the art of living sustainably.

From when the Great Mahele began it was ineffable for Hawaiian to be one with the land. As a result Waimea Valley that was known as places of high beauty and vibrant hawaiian life, was now being auctioned off and turned into another meaningless pieces of land.

Ever since the 1830s, the Mauna Loa has erupted many times. Sometimes even earthquakes. In the year of 1868, Mauna Loa had caused the largest earthquake in Hawaii. Mauna Loa eruptions always causes many accidents. Sometimes for a while, Mauna Loa have done small earthquakes most of the time. For over the years Mauna Loa had caused large or small earthquakes. Like in the year of 1832, it erupted 39 times. Also in the year of 1843 Mauna Loa erupted 33 times for every 5 years. Sometimes earthquakes can be avalanches. For years and years Mauna Loa had did many types of

Since 1882, Mauna Loa has erupted 39 times. This volcano is a outstanding force of nature. Mauna Loa has amazed many people for mann years. This is a shield volcano, located on the beautiful island, Hawaii. As the Earth’s plates move, it causes more and more volcanoes to erupt. Mauna Loa is a breath-taking phenomena.

A symbol for pride and joy, Mount Fuji reigns over the land at 3776 meters or 12388 feet as the highest volcano in Japan. Mount Fuji’s formation from over 100 thousand years ago started at the birth of Mount Komi-take and Ashitaka-yama. Two different volcanos that would be overtaken by the new and young Mount Fuji that formed less than 10 thousand years ago. The reign of terror from the new Mount Fuji is not over yet as it is still an active stratovolcano with as recent of an eruption as 1707 whose activities today is still being closely monitored by Japanese scientists. While mighty and powerful, the volcano’s cultural history is surrounded by legends of ghosts or monsters and people who worship the volcano, but the beautiful aspect is artist