Fiji is an archipelago and an island nation near Australia in the South Pacific ocean. The archipelago consists of 322 islands and 522 islets. A third of the islands are inhabited but those who are big enough to have life, are wonderful. It is a paradise for tourists and divers. The main attraction are the two bigger islands of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu.

Manu Island - Fiji

Fiji was discovered and made popular by the famous English explorer James Cook (allegedly eaten by Hawaiians).

The islands were colonized by Great Britain in 1874 and granted independence almost 100 years later in 1970.

Nowadays the ethnic Fiji population governs the country. Politically the country is quite unsettled – coups and putsches are a usual thing. Since 2006 the country is again ruled by a military junta but that doesn’t put off the tourists who flock to the islands to experience all the good things it can provide.

Tourism accounts for a hefty lump of Fiji economy. Despite the political turmoil, Fiji is still a desirable destination and attracts tourists from around the world. Fiji day tours are a great way to explore the country.

In just 8 years time the annual tourist stream has almost doubled. In 2000 a little over 294,000 people visited the islands. In 2008 the number reached 585,000 – not bad at all. The biggest interest in Fiji shows tourists from Australia, New Zealand, USA and Great Britain.

Fiji day tours are extremely popular but many people stay longer. The main tourism activities are diving, shark feeding, cannibal cave tour, waterfall treks, ethnic shopping, spa treatment, local cuisine, green tours and many, many more.

Fiji Facts

Capital: Suva
Official Languages: English, Fijian
Government: officially ruled by Queen Elizabeth II, technically a military junta rules the islands.
Population: 850,000 people
Total area of islands: 18,000 square kilometers

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