Fiji
Food, culture, tourism, and religion
The Fiji Islands
Fiji Islands Map
How Many Islands Are There?
The question is how many islands of Fiji are there really? The answer is 322! That's a lot.
And only 106 are inhabited by humans. That leaves...... 216 islands uninhabited! Here are a few of the names of the islands.
And only 106 are inhabited by humans. That leaves...... 216 islands uninhabited! Here are a few of the names of the islands.
- Kandavu
- Ovalau
- Mbatiki
- Wakaya
- Koro
- Namenalala
- Matuku
- Totoya
- Vanua Vatu
- Nayau
- Bulia
- Yaukuvelevu
- Dravuni
- Vatu Lele
- Ngau
- Nairai
- Moala
- Kambara
- Vaunggava
- Namuka Llau
- Fulanga
- Ongea Ndriti
- Mothe
- Oneata
- Aiwa
- Lakemba
- Thithia
- Tuvutha
- Mango
- Kanathea
- Naitauba
- Viwa
- Waya
- Naviti
- Yaqeta
The Fijian Flag
The Union Jack in the flag represents the relationship between Britain and Fiji. The light blue symbolizes the Pacific Ocean. The dove in the coat of arms symbolizes peace. Two symbols in the emblem show Fiji's colonial past. The golden lion represents Great Britain and the coconut represents Fiji. The red cross represents St. George of Britain.
Food
One of the traditional Fiji foods is called Lovo it consists of meats, fish and vegetables wrapped in banana leaves. Another traditional food is Palusami a dish consisting of corned beef or fish cooked in coconut oil. This can be served hot or cold.
Lovo
This fancy looking food is a traditional food called Lovo.
Fancy Food Dish
On this fancy dish is filled coconut, a pattern of lemon and lime, and two lobsters.
Making of the Food
In this image the person at the right is cooking a meat and vegetables mix. She is cooking this dish in an underground oven.
The People and the Culture
Dances
The most traditional and well know dance is the meke which is a combination of dance and story telling through a song ;kind of like the hula dance in Hawaii.
School
This is a school in Fiji. There are about 700 primary schools in Fiji and 150 secondary schools. School attendance is not required by law; most go to elementary and a good portion receive a secondary school education.
The Children
The average children in the Fiji look like these two siblings.
Fijian Dance No.208
The Currency
History of the Fijian Money
- The Fijian Dollar Note was first introduced in 1867 but wasn't used until 1873.
- In 1969, the Fijian Dollar was more popular to the residents of Fiji.
- In 1974, the Central Monetary Authority was chosen to print the actual money.
- In 1987, the Reserve Bank of Fiji started loaning out banknotes.
- In 1995, the $1 bill was replaced with a coin, and the $50 note was made and put out in public.
- In 2006, the Reserve Bank of Fiji announced the introduction of plastic-coated notes.
- In 2007, the first $100 banknote was introduced.
Religion
Methodist
http://www.umc.org/what-we-believe/basics-of-our-faith
This website tells you about their religion.
There is 34.6% of Fiji that is Methodist.
Mormonism
This is the LDS(Mormon) temple located in Suva, Fiji. There are about 16,950 members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Fiji.
http://www.lds.org/?lang=eng
http://www.lds.org/?lang=eng
Hindu
http://www.religionfacts.com/hinduism/index.htm
This website tells you about their religion.
There is 38% of Fiji that is Hindu.
Roman Catholic
http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/catholicism.htm
This website tells you about their religion.
There is 9.1% of Fiji is Roman Catholic.
Muslim
There is 7% of Fiji that is Muslim. This website tells you about their religion.
The Other Religions
The other religions aren't as wide spread as these.
Tourism
These videos will tell you some amazing things you can do in the wonderful island of Fiji.
Such as, scuba diving, museums, libraries, and many more. So pack up you bags and get ready to go to Fiji.
Such as, scuba diving, museums, libraries, and many more. So pack up you bags and get ready to go to Fiji.
Fiji Islands Travel Guide - Must-See Attractions
A Bird's Eye View of Fiji with Heli-Tours Fiji