Suva, Fiji
Suva, Fiji
Description
View cruises with Suva, FijiThe Fiji archipelago is at the cross roads of the South Pacific. In the days of sailing ships, it was known as "The Cannibal Isles," where mariners carefully avoided its fierce warriors and perfidious waters. Thankfully, Fiji's pagan days live only in the tales recalled by tour guides - in rituals such as firewalking, Kava Ceremonies and in renditions of tribal drumming, dance and song.
Fiji is an exotic destination, with 333 islands that provide an exciting adventure or peaceful repose. The northwest region, where the sun shines almost every day and a tropical shower ends as quickly as it began, is home to the majority of the resorts. Suva, the political, administrative, educational and commercial center, has a backdrop of lush rainforest maintained by the inevitable "tropical downpour." The people of Fiji are the most multiracial and multicultural of all South Pacific island countries - this being reflected in churches of all denominations, mosques, temples and shrines.
Built around a reef-protected natural harbor, Suva, with its colonial buildings nestled alongside modern commercial venues, shops and local markets, parks and residential sprawl, is home to nearly half of Fiji's urban population.
Points of Interest
- Fiji Museum & Thurston Gardens
- Colo-I-Suva
- Raiwaqa Village
- Fiji Arts Village
- Pure Fiji Factory
- Naililili
- Pearl South Pacific Beach Resort
- Nausori
More about Suva, Fiji Points of Interest
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Fiji Museum & Thurston Gardens -
The beautiful Gardens date back to 1913. A visit to museum offers the world's most extensive collection of Fijian artifacts, cannibal-era exhibits and the rudder from Captain Bligh's HMS Bounty.
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Colo-I-Suva -
This lush rainforest park offers just a touch of Indiana Jones. Take a dip in a natural swimming pool, follow a nature trail and keep your eyes ready to spot the many beautiful avian inhabitants.
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Raiwaqa Village -
Experience how the locals live and learn of the customs that have been handed down for generations. You'll enjoy a traditional welcome as well as browse locally crafted handicrafts and souvenirs.
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Fiji Arts Village -
Enjoy a blend of fantasy and true local flavor all in a beautiful setting. See the amazing Beqa Firewalkers and be prepared to laugh, be amazed, and most importantly, have a unique experience.
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Pure Fiji Factory -
Pure Fiji's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and corporate offices are located on a two-acre property in Suva, capital of the Fiji Islands. The Pure Fiji complex boasts an internationally renowned Day Spa, Health and Wellness Centre, Yoga, Pilates and Fitness studio, as well as a herb, spice and vegetable garden.
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Naililili -
Naililili is located in the Central Region of Fiji, some 8 Miles (12Km) East of Suva. POI are Naililili Cathedral and Naililili Missionary School.
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Pearl South Pacific Beach Resort -
Located in Pacific Harbour, The Pearl South Pacific Resort offers an escape where you will find chic accommodation, delicious cuisine and a choice of adventure or relaxation. Some of the features at the resort include an 18-hole golf course, outdoor pool with swim-up bar, The Pearl day spa and a choice of restaurants.
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Nausori -
Nausori is a town in Fiji. It had a population of 47,604 at the 2007 census, the most recent to date. This makes it the fourth most populous municipality in the country. Situated 19 kilometers out of Suva, it forms one pole of the burgeoning Suva-Nausori corridor.
