Fiji
Fiji Islands
Welcome to Fiji! This island nation in the South Pacific Ocean is made up of hundreds of tropical islands ringed by coral reefs, white sand beaches, and warm turquoise water.
Why is it famous?
It's made up of more than 330 islands, though only about a third of them have people living on them.
Its warm lagoons and coral reefs are home to colorful fish and are famous for snorkeling and diving.
How was it formed?
Fiji's islands were built by volcanoes that erupted from the ocean floor millions of years ago.
Over time, coral grew around the volcanic rock, forming the reefs that now protect Fiji's beaches and lagoons.
Amazing facts
The two largest islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, are home to almost everyone in Fiji.
Fiji sits near the International Date Line, so it's one of the first places on Earth to see a new day begin.
Quick facts
- The two largest islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, are home to almost everyone in Fiji.
- Fiji sits near the International Date Line, so it's one of the first places on Earth to see a new day begin.
- Fiji's coral reefs are part of the Great Sea Reef, one of the longest reef systems in the world.
- More than 300 languages and dialects are spoken across the Pacific Islands, and Fiji alone has three official languages: English, Fijian, and Fiji Hindi.