Fiji
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Suva
- Population: approx. 930,000
- Languages: English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
- Area: 18,274 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+12 (FJT)
- Currency: Fijian dollar (FJD)
- Flag colors: Light blue, red, white, dark blue
- National Day: October 10 (Fiji Day)
- National Anthem: God Bless Fiji
- Neighboring countries: None (island nation in the South Pacific Ocean)
Top 15 Largest cities
- Suva
- Nasinu
- Lautoka
- Nadi
- Labasa
- Lami
- Nausori
- Sigatoka
- Savusavu
- Vatukoula
- Ba
- Tavua
- Levuka
- Pacific Harbour
- Korovou
Top 15 Attractions
- Mamanuca Islands
- Yasawa Islands
- Denarau Island
- Bouma National Heritage Park (Taveuni)
- Cloudbreak (World-famous surf break)
- Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple (Nadi)
- Garden of the Sleeping Giant
- Sawa-i-Lau Caves
- Kula WILD Adventure Park
- Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park
- Pacific Harbour (Adventure capital)
- Beqa Lagoon (Shark diving)
- Levuka (Historic UNESCO Town)
- Natadola Beach
- Great Astrolabe Reef (Kadavu)
Climate and Nature
Fiji enjoys a tropical maritime climate with warm temperatures year-round tempered by trade winds. Consisting of more than 330 islands, its geography features volcanic peaks, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and barrier reefs enclosing turquoise lagoons.
Culture and Gastronomy
Fijian culture blends indigenous Melanesian traditions with Indo-Fijian influences, world-renowned for its warm 'Bula' spirit. Local gastronomy emphasizes fresh seafood, coconut, and root crops, highlighted by 'Kokoda' (raw fish salad in citrus and coconut cream) and underground 'Lovo' feasts.
Economy
Fiji has one of the most developed island economies in the Pacific. Tourism serves as the principal economic driver, supported by sugar production, bottled mineral water exports (Fiji Water), commercial fishing, gold mining, and overseas remittances.
Did you know?
- Fiji is among the first countries in the world to welcome each new calendar day due to its proximity to the 180th meridian?
- The universal greeting "Bula!" translates to more than 'hello' and literally means "wishing you health and life"?
- Participating in a Kava ceremony—drinking a mildly sedative beverage made from piper methysticum roots—is a fundamental custom?
- The blockbuster movie 'Cast Away' starring Tom Hanks was filmed on Monuriki Island, an uninhabited Fijian islet?
- Rugby Sevens is practically a religion in Fiji, and winning their first Olympic gold medal prompted nationwide public celebrations?
Live footage: Discover Fiji via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Fiji and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Fiji: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Fiji: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Fiji in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
