An island nation in the South Pacific Ocean, consisting of over 300 islands known for tourism and traditional Melanesian culture.
From Fijian 'Viti', the indigenous name for the main island. The name was adapted by European explorers in the 19th century, with the 'F' sound representing the Fijian pronunciation of what Europeans heard as 'V'.
Fiji is one of the few countries whose name comes directly from its indigenous language without major colonial modification. The traditional Fijian greeting 'Bula' literally means 'life' and reflects the culture's emphasis on vitality and well-being.
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