1. Fiji Culture Guide - Culture And Lifestyle In Fiji fiji culture Guide. insight to the lifestyle and culture of the Fijian people http://www.fijivision.com/Culture.html

Fiji Culture Guide insight to the lifestyle and culture of the Fijian people Fijian Ceremonies Fiji Village Life Fiji Handcrafts ... Religion in Fiji Welcome to the Fiji Culture Guide All about Fijian culture and lifestyles of the people, from rural Fijian villages to traditional ceremonies. Includes Fijian dances and kava drinking, an insight into daily life in a fijian village, local handcrafts and the religion of the people. Plus details of homestay opportunities and fiji village tours. Follow the links above or search our site with keywords below: Fiji Culture text only pages Ceremonies Yaqona drinking, ancient traditions, dances and firewalking Handcraft Review of handcrafts, fairs, markets and specialist suppliers Fiji Village Life Overview of life in a traditional village and village tours Religion Religion of the Fijian people back to the top To find out more general information about travel in Fiji, choose from the options at the top of this page Home Last Updated 20 September 2001 by Travel Visions all images by Ian Osborn all text by Pacific Travel Guides Travel Visions Lot7, Qanville Estate, Nadi, Fiji

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Fijian Culture History Sights Village Visits Handcrafts Fiji Culture Guide Indigenous Fijians live in communal environments with chiefs holding enormous powers over the common villagers. Land is not owned by individual families, rather land is given to them by the chief to farm. Houses, or bures in Fijian , sit side by side, often radiating from the chiefs house, and are without borders or fences. The village church is usually the most elaborate building in the village and Sunday is a strict day of rest. Women do most of the work around the house from collecting firewood for cooking to weaving mats for the floors whilst the men fish, plant and above all else, drink yaqona , the traditional drink of fiji. The village playing field is the centre of activity at sundown when all men relax playing touch rugby. Whilst it is not ethical to just turn up at a village expecting accommodation, Fijians are very hospitable people and often invite guests to stay in their homes. Presenting a gift of Yaqona roots is the customary gratuity. Some villages offer homestay or guesthouse accommodation and these offer a great insight into Fijian culture and a chance to explore the local environment. When exploring, tourists should always be accompanied by a local villager so as not to cause any insult to the local landowners. Village stay accommodation in Fiji Fiji History Village Visits Fijian Culture ... Handcrafts Yaqona Yaqona is the traditional drink of Fiji and serves as a ceremonial and social mediator between parties. Yaqona ceremonies are performed at all social and cultural events from village fund-raising to Weddings. Participants sit in a circle on the floor facing the tanoa, a large hand-carved wooden bowl used for mixing the drink. Participants drink the brown liquid from a small half coconut shell of mixed Yaqona, one at a time, amidst chanting and hand-clapping. The taste is quite unusual to the western palette and leaves a slight numbing effect on the tongue. Drunk in volume, Yaqona causes lethargy and a slight loss of co-ordination, or, as the Fijians like to put it, relaxation. Guests are also welcomed to a village through the Yaqona ceremony and many resorts hold nightly sessions. This is a great way to get to know the people. Organized day tours to a village should include the yaqona ceremony.

3. Fiji Culture Travel Guide - Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com Travel information with maps and pictures of Fijian culture in the Fiji Islands. http://www.fiji.islands-pictures.com/fiji_culture/index.cfm

Fiji Culture Picture Travel Guide - Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com Home people culture sunrise/sunsets ... contact us Fiji Culture Fiji Warrior Fiji Warrior Fiji Woven Mats Fiji Bure Fiji Beach Travel Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com MaxiaPacific.com Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com A Fiji Travel Picture Guide Travel information for vacations in the Fiji Islands with pictures of Fijian landscapes, people, culture, sunsets, resorts and islands.

4. Fiji Culture Guide Information and pictures of Fijian culture. Includes a visual guide to Fiji with virtual tours, travel information, accommodation guides, and local community news and listings. fiji culture Guide. villages and traditions http://www.fiji-island.com/culture.html

Fiji Culture Guide villages and traditions Fiji Island Home Fiji Picture Tour Hotel Guide Fiji Vacations ... Life Culture and Traditions Yaqona Ceremony Y aqona (Kava in most of the Pacific Islands) is the traditional drink of Fiji and serves as a ceremonial and social mediator between parties. Yaqona is mixed from the roots of the piper methysticum Yaqona Ceremony Picture Yaqona in Village Picture Tourist drinking Yaqona more about yaqona Traditional Dance in Fiji The Meke, or traditional dance, is an extremely visual ceremony. Mekes are performed regularly at most resorts by the local villagers. The dances are powerful and graceful at the same time and include such movements as the spear dance, the fan dance and the sitting dance. What really makes these dances special are the accompanying singing, hand-clapping and drum beating. Meke Musicians Meke Dance - Women Meke Dance - Men Tabua The most symbolic icon of traditional Fiji is the tabua, or whales tooth. These prized items are presented as a sevusevu (gift) from family to family, normally through chiefs, as a token of friendship and peace. Tabuas are central to traditional weddings, asking for favours and settling arguments. Tabua Picture Fijian Firewalking Fijian firewalking is unique to the island of Beqa in the Southern Islands and this is the only place you will see it as a genuine ceremony. The ceremony requires performers to observe strict traditional protocol before they can walk on the hot stones. The Cultural Centre at Pacific Harbour has several Firewalking performances each week. A few resorts around Viti Levu also host weekly firewalking displays.

5. Lonely Planet World Guide | Destination Fiji | Culture fiji culture. Fijians still practise many traditional arts and crafts,some of which have endured the destructive impact of western http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/pacific/fiji/culture.htm

home search help worldguide ... Related Weblinks Fiji Culture Fijians still practise many traditional arts and crafts, some of which have endured the destructive impact of western influences and the relentless campaigning of the Christian missionaries, and some which have been modified and embellished to satisfy the demands of tourism. Dance is still strong in Fiji and the narrative meke performances rest on strong oral traditions. Dances are passed down from generation to generation, and in their strict forms the dancers' bodies are said to take on spirits of the netherworld. Mekes accompanied special events like births, deaths, calls to war, marriages and property exchanges. At times of war men would perform cibis with spears and clubs, while women performed deles or wates - dances which sexually humiliated enemy captives. Traditional Indian dances are still taught in Indian communities. The missionaries brought hymns and choir singing to Fiji, and local church singing is truly divine. Popular local musical artists include Seru Serevi, Danny Costello, Michelle Rounds, Karuna Gopalan, Laisa Vulakoro, the Freelancers and the Black Roses. Cassettes of local music are available in Fijian stores. Music from 'Bollywood' films (Indian melodramas) is popular amongst Fiji Indians and local bands play covers of Indian songs. At Indian cultural centres performances and lessons are given in traditional Indian music featuring vocal, harmonium, tabla and sitar ensembles. Fiji has been famous for pottery since the Lapita people began trading their wares deep into the South Pacific thousands of years ago. The most famous of the contemporary potters are Dian Tugea and Taraivini Wati, both of whom are featured in the Fiji Museum. Wood carving is still important, perhaps mostly because of the steady tourist demand for souvenirs to take home. Fijian carvers make war clubs, spears and cannibal forks. Drinking bowls, or

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7. About Fiji : History & Culture : History - Fiji Visitors Bureau Fiji Islands fiji culture Kava Ceremony Matangi Island Resort Figi Village Visits, Figi resorts, Taveuni Island Fiji fiji culture kava ceremony fijian handicrafts tapa cloth http://www.bulafiji.com/about/history/history2.shtml

HOT DEALS ABOUT FIJI ACCOMMODATION ACTIVITIES ... SEARCH ABOUT FIJI Entry Requirements Health Money Time Zones ... Other Useful Websites History According to Fijian legend, the great chief Lutunasobasoba led his people across the seas to the new land of Fiji . Most authorities agree that people came into the Pacific from Southeast Asia via Indonesia. Here the Melanesians and the Polynesians mixed to create a highly developed society long before the arrival of the Europeans. The European discoveries of the Fiji group were accidental. The first of these discoveries was made in 1643 by the Dutch explorer, Abel Tasman and English navigators, including Captain James Cook who sailed through in 1774, and made further explorations in the 18th century. Major credit for the discovery and recording of the islands went to Captain William Bligh who sailed through Fiji after the mutiny on the Bounty in 1789. The first Europeans to land and live among the Fijians were shipwrecked sailors and runaway convicts from the Australian penal settlements. Sandalwood traders and missionaries came by the mid 19th century. Cannibalism practised in Fiji at that time quickly disappeared as missionaries gained influence. When Ratu Seru Cakobau accepted Christianity in 1854, the rest of the country soon followed and tribal warfare came to an end.

8. Fiji Culture And History A guide to the culture and history of the people of Fiji. fiji culture Guide. From Fiji Vision an excellent set of four pages detailing various aspects of the culture of the http://hawaiianculture.about.com/cs/fijiculture

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9. Fiji Culture, Bure - Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com Maravu Resort Beach Photo Credit Fiji.Islands-Pictures.com Close Window.Home People Culture Sunrise/Sunsets Adventure Beaches http://www.fiji.islands-pictures.com/fiji_culture/fiji_culture_mats_01.cfm

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10. Fiji Culture - Fiji Islands Real Estate fiji culture Fiji Islands Real Estate, Friday,February 7, 2003. Fiji Islands Real Estate. http://www.fijiislandsrealestate.com/fiji_culture.cfm

Fiji Culture - Fiji Islands Real Estate Tuesday, April 8, 2003 Fiji Islands Real Estate Faq's Fiji Banks Fiji Climate Fiji Consultants ... Fiji Vistior Information ABOUT FIJI - CULTURE In pre-missionary contact years, rituals, elaborate ceremonies, strict observance of customs were part of the Fijian way of life. These cultural traditions have eless survived to the present day, albeit in a more modified form. Some of the more violent customs such as cannibalism were stopped after the missionaries arrived in Fiji. Human sacrifice was a part of the Fijian ritual in days gone by. For example, when the posts for a temple or chief's house were being set up, live men were put in the holes where the posts were to go - "to hold them up" The Fiji society is a communal one - with values placed high on the family unit, the village and the vanua (land). People in villages and those in urban areas share the communal obligations and rewards of community life and are led by a hereditary chief. Hierarchy The Fijian chiefly system follows the Polynesian system where the position is hereditary.

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12. Fiji - Culture fiji culture. Building houses in Fiji is a traditional skill that has beenhanded down from century to century. The Fijians use local materials. http://www.henry.k12.ga.us/pges/kid-pages/islands/fiji/culture.html

Fiji Culture Building houses in Fiji is a traditional skill that has been handed down from century to century. The Fijians use local materials. Some are made of bamboo and reeds. The Fijians enjoy traditional stories told by song and dance during special ceremonies. One of their traditions is the fire walking ceremony. Some of their arts include making palm mats, wood carving and pottery. The people of Fiji also participate in modern sports such as soccer and rugby. home history location economy ... authors

13. More Fiji Culture John's Beekeeping Notebook. Fiji's Land and People (page 2). Coconuthusks serve as fuel. The seas surrounding Fiji are rich with life. http://outdoorplace.org/beekeeping/fijires.htm

Home Up Observation Hives Cell-plug Queen Rearing ... Links John's Beekeeping Notebook Fiji's Land and People (page 2) My village is Nayaulevu, Ra, located in the interior of Viti Levu island. The people at Nayaulevu grow sugar cane and most of their food crops. I was often amazed at the resourcefulness of the Fijian people. In the photo at left, some dough is being baked into tasty buns by heating from above as well as below. Coconut husks serve as fuel. The seas surrounding Fiji are rich with life. Fishing by spear, net and hook are skills that most Fijians have. Mosese and his mother, Uma, (right) are about to prepare our evening meal. Mosese and I speared these sea creatures at night. The little talapia at left will make a tasty meal at Merevakauca, Ra. The women typically do most of the net fishing. Sometimes groups of 20 or more women would wade into the sea with big nets to herd and capture the fish. Mariana Nabutu (right) cuts cattle intestine into bite-sized pieces using a sharp piece of bamboo. She has metal knives, but finds the razor-sharp bamboo more effective. Making mats from Pandanus leaves (left) was a common skill among women.

14. Fiji Beekeeping Details of a Peace Corps officer who was in Fiji for two years, mainly to provide beekeeping technical Category Regional Oceania Fiji Society and Culture......Photographs and information describing my beekeeping experiences in the FijiIslands as a Peace Corps volunteer, with several pages on fiji culture. http://outdoorplace.org/beekeeping/peace.htm

Home Up Observation Hives Cell-plug Queen Rearing ... Links John's Beekeeping Notebook Experiences of a Peace Corps Beekeeper in Fiji In the mid-1980's, I had an opportunity to serve in the Peace Corps doing rural development work in Fiji. My employer granted me a leave-of-absence. I sold my house and car in Houston, Texas, said goodbye to friends and began my service as a Peace Corps volunteer. Here are a few photos from my experiences. Fijian beekeeping is described on this page, and Fijian culture on the following pages. I was in Fiji for two years, mainly to provide beekeeping technical assistance to a village cooperative and farmers who were interested in beekeeping. Beekeeping was viewed by the Fiji government as a potential source of rural income that did not require a big investment to get started. Fiji was a honey-importing country and the country's goal was to be self-sufficient in honey production. An agricultural worker from New Zealand established some bee hives in the early 1980's and proved the area's potential for honey production. The U.S. Peace Corps was then asked to provide technical assistance. The cooperative had two employees for me to work with on a honey project called "Saivou Honey." I also worked with several farmers and a shopkeeper who owned their own hives.

15. Fiji Culture And History fiji culture and History Guide picks. A guide to the culture and historyof the people of Fiji. Culture and Tradition From PacificNavigator http://gohawaii.about.com/cs/fijiculture/

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16. All About Fiji - Articles And Links in Fiji in Micronesia. fiji culture and History A guide to the cultureand history of the people of Fiji. Fiji Destination Guides http://gohawaii.about.com/cs/fiji/

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17. Fiji Culture Guide - Culture And Ceremonies Comprehensive information about Fijian culture and lifestyle in the Fiji Islands.Includes traditional ceremonies, dances, handcraft and religion. http://www.fijivision.com/Disclaimer.html

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18. Fiji Community News Please select a category below LIFESTYLE. Fiji History. fiji culture. The Arts.ORGANIZATIONS. Sports Clubs. Schools. Religious Groups. GOVERNMENT. The Economy. http://www.fiji-island.com/community.html

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19. Fiji Culture And The People Fiji The culture and the people. Fiji, for a truly relaxing and rejuvenatingholiday. A LIVING CULTURE Fiji is a blend of fascinating ancient cultures. http://www.bulafiji.co.nz/culture.htm

Photo Gallery Home Fiji Map Meet the Team ... Calendar of events Fiji: The culture and the people Fiji, for a truly relaxing and rejuvenating holiday. A fascinating South Pacific island gem where you will be hosted by a caring friendly people in harmony with their islands. Enjoy a tropical getaway. We recommend you stay for at least a week giving you time to unwind, lay back and enjoy yourself. There is so much you can do in Fiji, or you can just relax and do nothing. The places to stay are many and varied, from tiny island escapes to boutique or family resort hotels that focus on action-packed activities or sedate pleasure. The Fiji Islands are full of unspoiled natural beauty, from safe tropical forests to clear waters offering unsurpassed snorkelling and scuba diving. Many of Fiji's natural attractions are based on the sea. Imagine basking under a canopy of palm fronds, floating through a playground of colourful coral, interacting with the Fijian people who treated you as an 'honoured guest'. A LIVING CULTURE Fiji is a blend of fascinating ancient cultures. Tranquil villages nestled in out of the way places. Rituals such as the yaqona (kava) ceremony are enacted as they have been for centuries ... visitors are welcomed as honoured guests. Historic sights and rituals such as the firewalking ceremony over red hot embers can be enjoyed.

20. More Informaion About Fiji Culture and people on NZ site, fiji culture and people. The main internationalFiji Visitor Bureau website has good detailed information http://www.bulafiji.co.nz/more_information.htm

Photo Gallery Home Fiji Map Meet the Team ... Calendar of events Links to more information Main International Fiji Visitors Bureau Site. www.bulafiji.com www.bulafiji.com/about/index.shtml Weather on NZ site Weather Weather today in Fiji Culture and people on NZ site Fiji culture and people The main international Fiji Visitor Bureau website has good detailed information about schedules, fares and timetables. Taxis and fare schedules www.bulafiji.com/transpt/bus_taxi/bus_taxi.shtml Car rentals www.bulafiji.com/transpt/rntl_car/rntl_car.shtml Ferries www.bulafiji.com/transpt/ferries/ferries.shtml Domestic airlines www.bulafiji.com/transpt/air/dom_air.shtml Local bus timetables www.bulafiji.com/transpt/bus_taxi/bus_taxi.shtml Please contact us at the Fiji Visitors Bureau in Auckland - on-line at info@bulafiji.co.nz if we can help you further.

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