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             FIJI
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Fiji consists of some 320
islands and atolls, situated
around the 180 degree
International Date Line and
about 17 degree south of the
Equator. Fiji has high
rainfall, high temperatures
and plenty of sunshine all
year round. The two main
islands, Viti Levu and Vanua
Levu, are extinct volcanoes.
The main cash crop is sugar
cane. Tourism is now a major
industry.

Area (Sq. Km.): 18,275

Population: 758,000

Capital: Suva

Language:
English

Religion:
Christian 52%
Hindu 38%
Moslem 8%

Government Type:
Republic

Currency: Fiji dollar

Embassy:
34 Hyde Park Gate,
London SW7
0171-584-3661

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129