Research Paper On Fiji

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The South Pacific Island Nation of Fiji is not only an inviting and beautiful vacation destination, but its Islands are home to scenic wonders, both natural and man made .. Ever since high school I have wanted to visit Fiji, and often would wonder what it would be like to live there. Fiji consist of 333 Islands, about 110 of which are inhabited. (Thttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiji) The Fiji Islands are located near
Australia, off the South-east coast of California. These Islands have very low crime rates, poverty, and economic issues, (Crime Rate Fiji 2015) but most of all these
Islands are extremely beautiful, from the natural waterfalls to the exotic animals.
This small place just sounds like a private paradise.
Located in the heart
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Fijis waters are home to over 1,500 species of sea life, and Fijis highest point is MT Tomanivi at 4,344 feet. (Fiji trip adviser)
The Fijian life revolves around the church, the village and the rugby field and the garden. The Fijians are described as simple caring resourceful people with religious morals. Though the realities of local life are explained sunny, many religions are poor and lack basic services. The overwhelming majority of Fijians, nearly 90 percent, are Methodist. Both Methodist and Catholic missionaries established churches, schools, and missions in Fiji in the 1800s. The Fijians were quick
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This was probably due to the Methodists' use of Fijian in services and their early translation of the Bible into Standard Fijian. They are also famous for their hospitality and warmth, which makes it easy to make friends or immerse yourself in Fijian culture on a village homestay. (Fiji living 2011) Fiji is famous for their seafood. Their fish, prawn, lobster and cray cuisines are a culinary creator's dream�A traditional Fijian meal includes a starch, relishes, and a v-beverage. The starch component, which is referred to as "real food,11 is usually taro, yams, sweet potatoes, or manioc but may consist of tree crops such as breadfruit, bananas, and nut�Because of its ease of cultivation, manioc has become the most widely consumed root crop. f elishes include meat, fish and seafood, and leafy vegetable�Canned meat and fish are also very popular. Vegetables often are boiled in coconut milk, another dietary staple. Soup is made of fish or vegetables. Water is the most common beverage, but coconut water and fruit juices also are drunk. Tea and an infusion of lemon leaves are served hot. People generally eat three meals a day, but there is much variability in meal times and snacking is common. Most food is boiled, but some is broiled, roasted, or fried. Cooked food is served on a tablecloth spread on the floor mat inside the house. The evening meal, which is usually the most formal, requires the presence of all the family members and may not begin

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