Fiji is a country of islands made of volcanoes. Fiji is also called Little India. Where Hindi is spoken in large quantities. Fiji is a country settled on many islands. So let’s know 40 fascinating facts about Fiji.
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40 fascinating facts about Fiji
1. Fiji has 333 islands out of which people live on only 110 islands.
2. Fiji is located 2000 km north-east of New Zealand in the South Pacific Ocean.
3. The full name of Fiji is republic of Fiji.
4. Suva is the largest city of Fiji as well as the capital of Fiji.
5. The population of Fiji is around 9.5 lakhs.
6. Fiji has mainly three official languages, which include English, Fijian and Fiji Hindi.
7. The currency of Fiji is Fiji Dollar.
8. Along with India, Fiji is the only country in the world where Hindi is used.
9. 40% of the population of Fiji is of Indian origin.
10. Fiji was under British occupation from 1874 to 1970.
11. Fiji gained independence from Britain on 10 October 1970.
12. The flag of Fiji is valid even if it is upside down.
13. Some islands of Fiji are formed by volcanic eruptions.
14. Viti Levu is the largest island of Fiji where 70% of Fiji’s population lives.
15. Vanua Levu is a very popular island of Fiji. It is also the second largest island of Fiji.
16. Fiji is called the soft coral capital of the world.
17. Kava is the national drink of Fiji.
18. The most popular sport of Fiji is rugby.
19. In 2016, Fiji won its first Olympic gold medal in rugby sevens.
20. The world-famous Fiji Water is extracted from the aquifer here.
Interesting facts about Fiji
21. Fiji has more than 1000 coral reefs.
22. More than 1,200 species of fish are found in the sea surrounding Fiji.
23. Tagimausia, which grows only on the island of Taveuni, is the national flower of Fiji.
24. More than 50% of Fiji is covered with forests.
25. Earthquakes are common in Fiji because Fiji is located on the Ring of Fire.
26. Fiji has typhoon season from November to April.
27. You can stand on the island of Taveuni on two different days at the same time.
28. The Lapita community settled in Fiji 3500 years ago.
29. Kokoda is a popular dish in Fiji made of raw fish and coconut milk.
30. Coffee is produced on a small scale in Fiji.
Amazing facts about Fiji
31. The sugar industry is a huge part of Fiji’s economy.
32. The largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere is located in Nadi.
33. Fiji is home to 45% Christians, 27% Hindus and 6% Muslims.
34. Colourful parrots are found in the forests of Fiji. 35. More than 9 lakh tourists visit Fiji every year.
36. Nadi International Airport is the main gateway here.
37. Fiji has completely banned plastic bags.
38. Fiji has a literacy rate of over 94%.
39. There were coups in Fiji in 1987, 2000 and 2006.
40. Fishing is a part of the economy here.
