Fijians (Fijian: iTaukei, lit. 'Owners [of the land]') are a nation and Austronesian ethnic group native to Fiji, who speak Fijian and English and share a common history and culture. Fijians, or …

Jan 5, 2026 · Although the indigenous Fijian people are usually classified as ethnically Melanesian, their social and political organization is closer to that of Polynesia, and there has …

The Republic of the Fiji Islands is a multicultural island nation with cultural traditions of Oceanic, European, South Asian, and East Asian origins. Immigrants have accepted several aspects of …

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Fijians or iTaukei the indigenous inhabitants of Fiji, are Melanesians who possess a mixture of Polynesian blood which is very apparent in the eastern islands (such as the Lau group), but …

Nov 11, 2024 · Fijians are indigenous to all parts of Fiji, apart from the Rotuma island group. The original settlers of Fiji are now referred to today as the Lapita people. Fijians have a distinct …

In Fiji, the major ethnic groups are Indigenous Fijians, Indo-Fijians, and a mix of other communities that include Europeans, Chinese, and other Pacific Islanders. This mix creates a …

Fijians are a nation and Austronesian ethnic group native to Fiji, who speak Fijian and English and share a common history and culture.

The part-European population, commonly referred to as Fijians, trace their roots back to the colonial era, blending European and Fijian traditions. Their contributions can be seen in arts, …

The population of Fiji is mostly made up of native Fijians (54.3%), who are Melanesians, although many also have Polynesian ancestry; and Indo-Fijians (38.1%), descendants of Indian contract …