Fiji - 斐济

Republic of FijiLocated in the South Pacific,VanuatuEast,TongaWest,TuvaluSouth. The country’s archipelago includes a total of 330 islands, half of which are uninhabited. amongViti LevuwithVanuaThe population of the two main islands accounts for 87% of the country. The name of the country is derived from the Tongan "island" and changed to the Fijian "Viti".

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Located in the center of the Southwest Pacific, it consists of 332 islands, 106 of which are inhabited. Most are volcanic islands surrounded by coral reefs, such as Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. It has a tropical maritime climate and is often hit by hurricanes. The annual average temperature is 22～30℃.

Fijians live on the island. 1643NetherlandsVoyager Tasman first came to Fiji. First half of the 19th centuryEuropePeople began to move in. In 1874, it becameU.Kcolony. From 1879 to 1916, a large number ofIndiaPeople came here to grow sugar cane as a contract worker of the British "Colonial Sugar Company". Independence on October 10, 1970, and became a member of the Commonwealth. After the coup in 1987, it was renamed the Republic. In 1990, a new constitution was adopted to establish the name of the country as the "Sovereign Democratic Republic of Fiji." In July 1997, a constitutional amendment was passed and the country was renamed the "Republic of the Fiji Islands". In 2009, the country was renamed the "Republic of Fiji".

area

Fiji is divided into nine island groups as follows:

city

Fiji is divided into three levels: municipalities, administrative regions, and provinces. There are 2 municipalities directly under the central government, 4 administrative regions and 14 provinces in the country.

capitalSuva(Suva) is a municipality directly under the Central Government, located in the southeast of Viti Levu. It is the political and cultural center of the country and a famous natural harbor in the South Pacific.

Lautoka(Lautoka) is the second largest city in Fiji, located on the northwest coast of Viti Levu, the western administrative center and the main port.

Nadi(Nadi) town is located in the west of Viti Levu, the country's largest island, with a population of more than 50,000 (2012). The sugar industry and tourism are important local economic pillars. The number of hotels in Nadi ranks first in Fiji.

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aviation

Fiji is an aviation hub in the South Pacific region. It has direct flights with most Pacific island countries and serves as a gateway to the surrounding island countries to the rest of the world. More than a dozen domestic and foreign air transport companies including Fiji Airways have opened flights in FijiAustralia、new ZealandMajor cities andLos Angeles、San Francisco、Hongkong、Seoul、SingaporeWaiting for the city’s international flights. CurrentlyChinaThere are no direct flights to Fiji in mainland cities.Hongkong、South KoreaSeoul、AustraliaSydney、SingaporeArrive in Fiji by waiting for a connecting flight.

Nadi International AirportIt is the largest and most advanced international airport in the region and the main airport for entering and leaving Fiji. Nausori Airport near the capital Suva mainly operates domestic routes. In addition, Fiji has many small airports connecting major cities and islands.

Special Reminder: At present, it is required to check in 3 hours in advance for international flights in Fiji. Please check the check-in time in time and bring the connecting ticket to avoid delay in boarding.

Land

Fiji’s national roads are approximately 7,000 kilometers long (data as of January 2016). Most roads are located along the main island (Viti Levu), connecting major cities and towns. The asphalt road from Suva to Nadi International Airport is more than 200 kilometers long, and the whole journey takes more than 3 hours (speed limit 80 kilometers/hour).

There are currently no passenger railways in Fiji.

Whether it is intra-city or inter-city transportation, Fiji provides convenient and complete bus, taxi, car rental and self-driving services.

Traffic in the city

The transportation in Fiji city mainly relies on buses and taxis. It is convenient to take a bus in the city, the price is relatively cheap, and the taxi price is slightly more expensive.

Special reminder: When taking a taxi, you should ask for a receipt and remember the car number.

Passenger ship

As an archipelago country and a transportation hub in the South Pacific, Fiji has a relatively developed maritime industry. There are 4 well-equipped import and export ports in the country: Suva, Lautoka, Levuka and Marau Port. Suva Port is the country's largest port, which can accommodate 42,000-ton ships and has a container yard and 6 warehouses with a total area of ​​12,000 square meters.

All major cities and towns in Fiji have ports and wharves that provide freight and passenger services with other islands, and water transportation is relatively convenient.

Maritime and port affairs are managed by Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd. (Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd.).

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Language

The official language isEnglish、FijianwithHindi, General English.

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diet

Food hygiene in cities and towns is good. Quality and hygiene are generally guaranteed for shopping or dining in supermarkets and specialized food stores, vegetable markets and larger restaurants.

Special tip: try not to buy food from street food stalls.

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Safety

Fiji’s public order is generally stable. Fiji police have increased public security in recent years. The public security situation in major cities and towns is relatively good. However, robberies, thefts, and rapes have occurred from time to time in some areas.

Chinese citizens coming to Fiji should strengthen their awareness of safety precautions, avoid carrying large amounts of cash and valuables when going out, and take good care of their handbags, wallets, mobile phones, jewelry, travel documents and other personal items. Reduce night trips, try to travel with as many people as possible, and avoid going to unfamiliar places alone or with strangers. It is recommended to install necessary anti-theft facilities in your home to avoid storing large amounts of cash and valuables in your home. If you live in a hotel, keep the doors and windows closed. Pay attention to lock the door when driving, ask for a receipt when taking a taxi, and remember the car number. In case of criminal cases such as robbery and theft, report to the police in time.

Medical treatment

There are public hospitals in all major cities and towns in Fiji, and a publicly funded medical system is implemented for Fijian citizens. However, the equipment conditions and available medicines are limited, and medical treatment is time-consuming and inefficient.

Fiji private hospitals have better medical equipment and wards than public hospitals, but the charges are higher.

The main infectious disease is dengue fever, which can be effectively treated. Since 2016, there have been reports of confirmed cases of the Zika virus.

Special reminder: Please take measures to prevent mosquitoes, seek medical treatment in time if you are sick, and return to your country for treatment as soon as possible if you are seriously ill, so as not to delay the condition.

manner

Fijians are kind, simple, and hospitable. They often greet Bula (hello) when they meet, and Bula can answer them.

Fijians can sing and dance. Meke is its traditional dance, which belongs to the Melanesian dance family. The dancers wear clothes made of Tape made of veneer fibers, and decorate their bodies with ornaments made of flowers and leaves. The canoe-shaped drums made of white wood and perforated bamboo knots beat the ground as accompaniment. Important festivals At the celebration occasions, everyone sang and danced, and it was very lively.

Fijians are keen to drink Kava. The grandest and most sacred ceremony in the village is the Kava toasting ceremony, which is also the highest courtesy Fijians treat distinguished guests. Kava is a drink made by adding water to the roots of a local pepper shrub called Yaqona. During the ceremony, the elders in the village recited prayers, and the villagers presented different gifts to the distinguished guests. Several people of higher status were sitting around the Kava basin. The basin was filled with water. One person kept the pepper root powder in the basin and knead it into it. The pulp is then served in a wooden bowl. Starting from the VIPs, everyone takes turns drinking. This is an important social etiquette with the most traditional Fijian characteristics.

Fijians have unique costumes. Men wear colorful floral shirts (blazers) and knee-length Sulu skirts (SULU), and women wear floral dresses. Fijians have the habit of wearing flowers. The flowers are worn on the left side of the auricle to indicate that they are unmarried; when they are worn on the right side of the auricle, they are married.

Fiji’s traditional diet is based on rice, flour, cassava, and taro.

The funeral is mainly cremation.

Main taboo: Touching a child's head is regarded as disrespect and offensive to his family. Do not touch the child's head.

Special reminder: When visiting a Fijian’s home in a rural area, you should take off your hat and sunglasses after entering the village. When you enter a Fijian’s home, you should take off your shoes before entering. Fijians greet each other with smiles and raised eyebrows, and shake hands. Most Filipinos believe in Christianity. Before meals, they often make short prayers, and they often do the same when inviting guests. Guests should wait for each other to have a meal together after praying.

communication

Telecommunications service

Fiji mobile phone network standard: GSM900/1800, domestic mobile phones can be used in Fiji. There are also three telecommunications companies in Fiji that provide telecommunications services.

Internet situation

Fiji’s network is easy to access, not only broadband networks, but also wireless 3G and 4G networks. Internet services are provided in hotels above four-star level, and additional fees are generally charged.