A Panorama from Mauna Kea . ... Credit Copyright: Jean-Charles Cuillandre (CFHT), Hawaiian Starlight , CFHT Explanation: Typically, views from Mauna Kea are up and dark. That's because the famous dormant volcano in Hawaii is arguably Earth's premier observing platform of the complex and ever changing night sky. However, this daytime view is across and bright. ... In the distance on the far left is Mauna Loa , Earth's largest volcano. ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . ...