Fiji
An archipelago of some 300-plus Pacific islands where rugby is close to a religion and the welcome is genuinely warm. Fiji is the postcard that other tropical islands are jealous of.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A light-blue field with the Union Jack in the canton and the shield from Fiji's coat of arms in the fly. The light blue is the Pacific Ocean; the shield bears a British lion, sugar cane, a coconut palm, bananas and a dove of peace.
Fiji FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Suva |
|---|---|
| Continent | Insular Oceania |
| Population | 926,276 |
| Area | 18,274 km² |
| Population density | 51 /km² |
| Currency | Fijian dollar (FJD) F$ |
| Official languages | English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian |
| Calling code | +679 |
| Internet TLD | .fj |
| Time zone | UTC+12:00 |
| Drives on the | Left |
| ISO codes | FJ / FJI |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It's made up of more than 300 islands, though only around a third are inhabited.
- Rugby sevens is the national obsession, and Fiji won Olympic gold in the sport's debut in 2016.
- The 180th meridian passes through it, placing it among the first places on Earth to greet each new day.
- Traditional kava, a drink made from a pepper plant root, is central to its social ceremonies.
Fiji FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Fiji?
The capital of Fiji is Suva.
What is the population of Fiji?
Fiji has a population of about 926,276.
What currency does Fiji use?
Fiji uses the Fijian dollar (FJD).
What languages are spoken in Fiji?
The official languages of Fiji are English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian.
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