Makawao
Hawaii · United States
The next section of downhill begins with entering into a small town that carries on the traditions of the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) life. In the heart of Paniolo Country sits the historic town of Makawao. This quaint town located on the slopes of Haleakala is rich in paniolo heritage with rustic charm as well as being a flourishing arts community. Stop to have lunch or browse through one of the fascinating shops or galleries scattered throughout this charming town. With our self-paced Haleakala downhill bike ride, guests have more freedom to stop along the route to eat, shop, and sightsee than on a guided tour.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Makawao
Welcome, observant travelers, to the deeply historic and culturally vibrant township of Makawao. For the benefit of precise articulation, please note the local pronunciation is gracefully executed as Mah-kah-WOW. …
Listen in the app2T. Komoda Store and Bakery
Our pedestrian survey begins at an institution of unparalleled culinary and historical significance within the Upcountry region. Before us stands the legendary T. …
Listen in the app3The Historic Crossroads of Baldwin and Makawao Avenues
We now arrive at the primary geographical and social intersection of the town, where Baldwin Avenue seamlessly meets Makawao Avenue. This specific junction functions as the central nervous system of the community, funneling…
Listen in the app4The Boutique Promenade
Proceeding leisurely down the main thoroughfare, our attention must shift to the highly specialized retail environment that characterizes Makawao's central business district. While one might logically expect a historic ranching…
Listen in the app5The Visual Arts and Galleries
We now transition to the intellectual and creative core of modern Makawao: its celebrated network of fine art galleries. The town's distinguished reputation as a premier national art destination is not merely a promotional…
Listen in the app6Makai Glass Maui
To fully appreciate the breadth of Makawao's creative economy, we must broaden our geographical scope slightly and investigate the highly specialized and technically demanding craft of glassblowing. A short, highly scenic…
Listen in the app7The Paniolo Heritage and Rodeo Grounds
As our walking tour nears its conclusion, it is imperative that we pivot from the contemporary arts back to the foundational, rugged history that originally birthed this settlement. We must address the enduring legacy of the…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we draw our academic exploration of Makawao to a close, it is essential to reflect upon the unique sociological and historical duality that defines this remarkable Upcountry settlement. We have traversed a community that…
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What is Makawao?
Makawao is a place in Hawaii · United States with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Hawaii · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 20.8535, -156.3108 |
| Last updated |