The history of the Centenary Church in Suva
One of the capital city’s few cathedrals and churches, the centenary church has a long collected history and, like the sacred heart cathedral, is of significance to the main body of the Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma. This piece will highlight the history, structure and the church’s role in the Methodist church. Brief history […]
Vuniniu (Coconut tree): The most utilised tree in Fiji
The coconut tree is the most utilised tree in Fijian culture and similarly so for other island cultures as well. Known as Vuniniu in Fijian, the coconut tree is sourced for food, clothing and items for many Fijian households. Pronounced, ‘voo-nee-nee-ooh’, the word in Fijian has its own meaning; ‘vu’ refers to the source of […]
What is a Fijian lovo and the significance of lovo?
Cuisines are what distinguish many countries from each other. Fiji’s cuisine is unique and diverse, incorporating indigenous and multicultural foods. A well-known indigenous food that you’re sure to partake in, in any Fijian resort is the Lovo. There is a saying amongst Fijians that if you haven’t tasted a Lovo, then you haven’t tasted real […]
Test your endurance at Fiji Spartan Trifecta event
Photo credit: Tourism Fiji The Spartan race arrives in Fiji bringing with it a cavalcade of adventures on Fiji shores. This obstacle course, supposedly a 2-day event, is not for the fainthearted. Under the assumption that you clicked on this article, because you’re keen, we’re providing you with a few pointers; we’ll show you how […]
Kuta: the renowned reed mats of Vanua Levu, Fiji’s second largest island
Fiji has a unique traditional skill that differs according to each province or tikina (district), the art of mat weaving. Similar to how the middle east is renowned for its rugs, mats are a traditional speciality for Fijian women and perhaps in other parts of the Pacific as well. The Kuta (Coo-tah), a mat […]
10 food and fruits in Fiji that are in season
As we are well on our way to the mid-year, the month of May in the Fijian calendar falls under the Vula i Doi season. This season brings about its own fruits, flowers and fishes that flock Fijian waters. It also marks the start of the cool season. This list provides 10 native and exotic […]
Lali: the traditional sound of Fiji
Fiji has a distinctive ancient sound, and it continues to echo through to this day. The sound comes from the Lali (Lah-lee), a large wooden drum that is rounded with a concave interior. The Lali, like the Yaqona and Magiti, is highly significant to Fijians and vital for their everyday communal life. The history […]
All you need to know about Tagimoucia, Fiji’s national flower
What is Fiji’s national flower? Fiji’s national flower is Tagimoucia. The Tagimoucia, Fiji’s floral emblem, is a signature of a rarity for a number of reasons. Unlike the Bua (frangipani), this flower is as delicate as it is rare. The Tagimoucia, in its red and white colouring, is only found on the island of Taveuni, Fiji’s third-largest island. […]
Must-try fruits that are native to Fiji
The foods of Fiji can be described in two words, ‘diverse and complex’. It is diverse because of Fiji’s multiculturalism and complex because, indigenously, food carries traditional and ritualistic notions. For more, read up on our article about indigenous food tradition and rituals. This list combines fruit and all food groups alike – capturing more […]
10 things that are uniquely Fijian
Every place has its own unique qualities and factors that make it different from other places. For Fiji, here are ten things that make Fiji uniquely Fijian, and we express this with great emphasis. From its people, sports, food, and religion to their way of life. This list is diverse and highlights all the things […]
