A panaromic view of the pit crater Halema'uma'u on Kilauea. The bright white/yellow splotches are sulfur residues. At one time about 100 years ago this was a lava lake. Then in 1924 the lake drained causing a massive steam explosion spewing steam and debris for miles around. Notice the brightly colored offerings made to the spirits of Hawaiian relatives. The Hawaiians believe offerings of food and beverage must be left out for the spirits of their relatives so the spirits stay around and not drift off and feel forgotten.