FIJI ISLANDS

FIJI ISLANDS

1. INFORMATION

   • -Official name:Fiji -Republic of the islands fiji. -Population:898.760 -Land surface:18,720 -Lenguage: English, Fijian and Hindustani. -Capital:Suva. -Coin:Dollar Fijiano. -Location of Suva: -Is in the southeast coast of the island of Viti Levu, in the islands Fiji.

2. GASTRONOMY

   • The main ingredients of the cuisine of Fiji are the coconut, fish, rice, taro, sweet potatoes, cassava. -Livestock also has a major role; occurs mainly for beef and veal (where get milk), poultry and pork. -Sugar, coconut, cocoa, ginger, rice and tobacco is primarily cultivated.
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3. THE WEATHER IN FIJI

   • The weather in Fiji: The ocean surrounding Fiji usually has a pleasant temperature around 27°C (81°F), so ocean activities, such as swimming, snorkeling and diving can be enjoyed year-round. The water is usually clearer during the drier season, when scuba divers enjoy increased visibility around the coral reefs.

4. FLAG

5. RELIGION

   • Christian religions and Hinduism are the majority. In addition there is a Muslim population close to 10%. -The shield of Fiji has got a tiger ,some palms,a dove and a strange thing. -The 40 percent of the population has indian origin. -Got independence in 1970. -The  most popular destinies for visit are: Nadi , Suva Denarau island, Sigatoka, Savusuvu, Lautoka

6. THINGS TO DO IN FIJI

   • 1.Sr Siva 2.Decompress in Viti Levu 3.Kula Eco Park 4.Sample the culture in Nadi 5.Fijian Islands and Snorkel Full-Day Whales Tale Cruise including Beach BBQ Lunch. 6.Ultimate Snorkel with Sharks Encounter in Fiji 7.Fly over the Mamanucas 8.Half-Day Fiji Jet Ski Safari from Port Denarau 9.Yasawa Flyer Ferry (Denarau Island) 10.See fire-walking on Beqa 11.Big Bula Water Park (Denarau Island) 12.Drink kava on Vanua Levu 13.Firewalking Ceremony 14.Port Denarau Marina 15.Discover pearls in Savusavu. 16.Garden of the sleeping giant 17.Hike the falls of Taveun., Colo, Overwater it on Malolo, Couple up on turtle island, Hunt lairo crab on kamea, Get lost on Matangi Islands, Fiji beqa lagoon snorkeling tour, Underwater scooter experience from treasure island, Full day Fiji Rivers jet boating adventure

7. FIJI ISLANDS

   • Vanuatu. Port Vila. Numea. Wallis y Futuna. Tonga. Niue. Samoa americana.

8. CURIOSITES

   • The archipelago of Fiji is composed of 322 islands, a third of which are uninhabited. -For a country of its size, Fiji has an exceptionally efficient military, and has been a important     contributor to United Nations peacekeeping missions in various parts of the world. fiji. -In the small establishments it is quite complicated to find that they accept credit cards, the currency they use is the Fijian dollar. -Dress appropriately to visit the towns of the islands, and that includes wearing your covered shoulders and removing your shoes in all cases when entering any building, whether public or private. -To touch the head of a local is considered a serious lack of respect.

9. FAUNA OF FIJI

10. TRADITIONAL MUSIC OF FIJI

    • Like their Polynesian neighbours, modern Fijians play guitar, ukulele and mandolin along with a variety of indigenous instruments, most commonly lali drums, which are now used to call the people of an area together. Lali drums were an important part of traditional Fijian culture, used as a form of communication to announce births, deaths and wars.
      • This are the three most important traditions: YAGONA CEREMONITI: Yaqona, more commonly referred to as kava, is Fiji's traditional ceremonial drink. It is made from the pounded roots of a local pepper plant mixed with water and is consumed from a communal coconut shell in a ceremony visitors are invited to participate in. THE MAKE: Be sure not to miss this traditional song and dance performance, which tells the legends of the islands in a series of dances-from soft and gentle to loud and warrior-like. The meke is comprised of both musicians, who play gongs, bamboo sticks and drums as well as chant and clap, and dancers, clad in grass skirts and garlands of flowers, who reenact myths, love stories and epic battles.
        • THE LOVO FEAST: This traditional Fijian meal is prepared in an underground oven called a lovo. In many ways it is like a New England clambake-except the ingredients are different. In a large hole, Fijians place wood and large, flat stones and heat the stones until they are red hot. They then remove the remaining wood and spread the stones out until they are flat. Then the food-pork, chicken, fish, yams, cassava and taro-is wrapped in banana leaves and placed, largest items first, onto the hot stones.

11. DANGEROUS THINGS IN FIJI

    • Fire Coral is easily identifiable by its tan, mustard or brown color and finger-like columns with whitish tips that are covered by fine, hair-like spikes. Contact with Fire coral causes a burning sensation that lasts for several minutes and may produce red welts on the skin. But as we all take such great care while swimming near the reef, and of course, we NEVER touch the reef, we should all be fin
    • NEVER touch or pick up cone shells, no matter how pretty they are! The little critter inside some of beautifully patterned shell can deliver a venomous sting that will cause numbness and can be followed by muscular paralysis or even respiratory paralysis and heart failure!
    • Three species of sea snakes reside along Fiji’s rugged coastlines, where they come to the shore to rest. The highly venomous black and white banded sea snakes are often found along Fiji’s shores or in lagoons. They are usually docile and will not attack people unless they are severely provoked.
    • Stonefish, as well as scorpionfish and lionfish, can inject venom through their dorsal spines (the pointy spikes along their backs). Be careful, as these spines can penetrate booties, wetsuits and gloves, so to avoid injury, simply watch your step, and steer clear of these docile creatures.
    • This large sea star may have up to 23 arms, although 13 to 18 are more commonly observed. Body coloration can be blue, green or grayish with the spines tinted red or orange. The spines are venomous and can deliver a painful sting even if the animal has been dead for two or three days.
    • Crown of Thorns The ‘Titan’ triggerfish will usually swim along minding its own business, however, when building or guarding an egg nest, they can be extremely territorial and quite aggressive. If you get too close to the nest, you may get a warning nip!

12. UNUSUAL THINGS TO DO IN FIJI

    • HOLI FESTIVAL: Each February or March, Fijians break out their colored paints and powders to celebrate the Holi Festival. Also known as the festival of colors or the festival of love, Holi is an ancient Hindu religious festival that Fiji has embraced with great enthusiasm. Holi isn’t a public holiday in Fiji, but Fijians of all religions get in on the fun.
    • POSEIDON UNDERSEA RESORTS Though it’s not yet open, and has been plagued by ongoing delays, the Poseidon Undersea Resort promises to be one of Fiji’s most unusual attractions. When it opens, not only will it be located on a private island in Fiji, it will be the world’s first sea floor resort. You might want to save up before you book a spot though; it’s rumored that rooms will cost $30,000 per couple per week.
    • FIJI´S UNDERWATER CAVES: The limestone caves of Sawa-i-Lau are famous for being one of the locations for the movie The Blue Lagoon. The inner limestone cave of Sawa-i-Lau is only accessible by swimming under a rocky veil so getting there isn’t for the faint of heart.

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