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Introduction to Waimea, Hawaii
The population of Waimea is 7,028.
Waimea History
The word ‘waimea’ means reddish water. In the early days people here lived on subsistence agriculture. They used to make Kapa and thatch hales. When the Europeans arrived most of the sandalwood forests were harvested. The area then became appropriate for cattle grazing. In 1793, Captain George Vancouver gifted California Longhorn Cattle to King Kamehameha of Hawaii. In 1809 John Palmer Parker was employed by the king to tame the uncontrollable population of the cattle. In 1815, he married the daughter of a chief and developed the largest ranch of the area. This is known as the Parker Ranch. The official United States Postal Service name of the area is Kamuela.
Waimea and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Waimea
One can visit the Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area and the Kalopa State Recreation Area where the facilities of picnicking, body surfing, hiking, and swimming are available. Waimea Beach Park, Anini Beach Park, and Pupukea Beach Park - Shark’s Cove, and Three Tables can also be visited. You can also have a look at the Parker Ranch. There are also many shopping centers in the area like the Opelo Plaza Shopping Center, Parker Ranch Shopping Center, and Parker Square Mall.
Waimea Transportation
One can avail air transportation from Kona International at Keahole Airport.
Waimea Higher Education
University of Hawaii at Hilo, Kapiolani Community College, Honolulu Community College, and Leeward Community College are the institutes where one can avail higher education.
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