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About Fiji : History & Culture : Legends : Legend Of The Firewalkers Of Fiji - F Offers brief overview of firewalking in fiji.Category Society Religion and Spirituality New Age FirewalkingLegends. Legend Of The Firewalkers Of fiji. Many years ago on theisland of Beqa (pronounced Mbengga), a tribe called Sawau lived http://www.bulafiji.com/about/history/legends/leg_fire.shtml
Extractions: Other Useful Websites Many years ago on the island of Beqa (pronounced Mbengga), a tribe called Sawau lived on a mountain village called Navakeisese. In this village there lived a famous storyteller known as Dredre, who regularly entertained the members of the tribe with his stories. It was customary for the people of the village to bring gifts to Dredre in appreciation of his entertainment. On one occasion when asked what gifts he would like, he requested each person of the audience to bring him the first things they would find while hunting the next day. One of the warriors of Beqa called Tui-na-Iviqalita, went fishing for eels (rewai) in a mountain stream. The first thing he caught, felt like an eel, when he pulled it out of the mud, it assumed the shape of a Spirit God. Tui was extremely pleased and set off to present his catch to Dredre, the storyteller. The Spirit God, however, pleaded for his life and offered all manner of gifts in exchange. These Tui refused until finally, the Spirit God offered to give him power over fire and this offer aroused his curiosity. To prove his gift, a pit was dug and lined with stones, and a great fire was lit on the stones. When the stones were white with heat, the Spirit God leapt down on the stones and called Tui to jump in with him. Finally, he plucked up enough courage and was surprised that he did not feel any effect from the heat. The Spirit God then told him that he could be buried for four days in the oven without suffering any injury. However, Tui was afraid to do so, saying that he was quite satisfied to walk on the stones. To this day members of the Sawau tribes are able to walk on white hot stones and direct descendants of Tui-na-Iviqalita still act as Bete, or high priest, of the firewalkers of Fiji.
Extractions: MINISTRY FOR TOURISM, CULTURE, HERITAGE AND CIVIL AVIATION Tourism: responsible for policy,programme, research, statistical review and formulation of tourism development planning. Its principal task is to coordinate and execute tourism development programmes; monitor the effectiveness of incentives provided by Government; promote and facilitate the development of the tourism industry and through the Fiji Visitors Bureau (FVB), mount vigorous and sustained promotional campaigns abroad. Outlined below are Fiji Tourism incentives/concessions Transport Planning Unit responsible for policy analysis, including identifying new areas of transport concern, appropriate policies for their resolution and monitoring the effects of policies. It also involves the reviewing and updating of the National Transport Sector Plan. Civil Aviation: Responsible for all civil aviation activities including the economic regulations and formulation of aviation policies. Owns Nausori Airport and other smaller aerodromes. Regulates and controls international air services to and from Fiji and coordinates non-scheduled commercial/commercial charter flights including emergency/mercy flights and other air navigation activities. Negotiates and establishes Air Services Agreements with other countries. Manages Flight Information Region for Fiji. Minister for Tourism, Culture, Heritage
Extractions: MINISTRY Overview Department of Women Department of Social Welfare Statutory Bodies ... Contact Details The oral nature of the indigenous culture and heritage makes it deserving of particular attention. Recognising the cultural diversity and promoting the cultural pluralism at the grassroots level will promote mutual understanding between individuals and different community groups. Cultural development will seek to promote creativity in all forms, facilitating access to cultural practices and experiences. The Department in assisting the Government on issues related to the preservation, development and promotion of cultural heritage would produce the following outputs. Policy advice includes the analysis on different policy options and their different impacts on the development of the culture and heritage sector. Advice relating to the development of an overarching legislation for the sector. Ministerial support services, include the annual accountability documents to parliament (annual portfolio plan and report) and the preparation of responses to questions and enquiries and advisory support to the Minister in Cabinet and Select committees, preparation of press releases and general administrative support to the Minister and Assistant Minister. Administration of cultural development grant, this involves the provision of services for the administration of grants and develop aid, and the, management of agreements with the Fiji Museum, National Trust of Fiji and the Fiji Arts Council.
Extractions: Fijian culture has managed to remain largely intact despite European contact and the influence of Western culture. However, many of the customs and traditions have been scaled down somewhat. In pre-missionary contact years, rituals, elaborate ceremonies, strict observance of customs were part of the Fijian way of life. Some of these violent customs were stopped after the missionaries arrived in Fiji. These included rites, associated with cannibalism, such as the piling up of bodies (which were later cooked) for a chiefs installation. Human sacrifice was also a part of daily living then. For example, when the posts for a temple or chiefs house were being set up, live men were put in the holes where the posts were to go - "to hold them up". Thankfully such practices are a thing of the past. But Fijian tradition and culture still lives on. The Fiji society is a communal one - with values placed high on the family unit, the village and the vanua (land). People in villages and those in urban areas share the communal obligations and rewards of community life and are led by a hereditary chief.
Extractions: The Samoan way of life, Fa'a Samoa, is unique in the Pacific and a tradition that is proudly upheld by the people. It's a way of life that that binds the community together, yet welcomes strangers in its midst. Thanks to Fa'a Samoa, Samoans live in open houses, yet the crime rate is one of the lowest in the world.
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Extractions: I lived in Australia for five months while studying abroad. The experience there was like no other. However, as many people know, the plan ride between Australia and the United States takes forever. On the way there, I was with a group of college students and we were able to turn the plane into a party taking full advantage of the free drinks at the bar. On the way home, I decided to break up the trip with a trip to Fiji. Fiji is not one island but 365 islands. One of the largest issues in going there was figuring out where to go. All large planes fly into Nadi (prounouced NAHNDEE). So, I decided that Nadi was to be my starting point. When talking to people on the plane ride over, I heard about how wonderful Fiji was and how beautiful it was. However, I was not given much of an impression by their opinions. It sounded as though they had only been staying at resorts where you are so secluded and pulled away from locals that you could be absolutely anywhere and it just happens to be Fiji's tropical islands instead of Hawaii's.
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Extractions: About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News Member of Culture Gallery Introduction ANGLONESIA Anglonesia is a neologism used here to refer to Australia New Zealand and the United States in the Pacific (ANZUS). The progress from colonialism to independence in the Pacific Islands region (both north and south of the equator) has not brought an end to the influence of the former colonial powers. Presently, there are ten territories or dependencies linked directly to an extraregional government, and five others are constrained in their foreign policies by the terms of their free associaton compacts. Like these territories, the independent states are also affected by the political, security and economic policies of the extraregional powers. There continues to be an overlap of interests between outsiders and islanders, which is likely to persist even as more island stated begin to exert their influence more and more within the region as well as globally. On our website you find more cultural info on Anglonesia at: Australian (Culture) Aboriginal Culture Aussie Slang (dictionary) Aussie Songbook ... MELANESIA As diverse internally as they are different from each other, the islands of Melanesia - those in
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Extractions: About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News Member of Fiji Culture Fijians still practise many traditional arts and crafts, some of which have endured the destructive impact of western influences and the relentless campaigning of the Christian missionaries, and some which have been modified and embellished to satisfy the demands of tourism. Dance is still strong in Fiji and the narrative meke performances rest on strong oral traditions. Dances are passed down from generation to generation, and in their strict forms the dancers' bodies are said to take on spirits of the netherworld. Mekes accompanied special events like births, deaths, calls to war, marriages and property exchanges. At times of war men would perform cibis with spears and clubs, while women performed deles or wates - dances which sexually humiliated enemy captives. Traditional Indian dances are still taught in Indian communities. The missionaries brought hymns and choir singing to Fiji, and local church singing is truly divine. Popular local musical artists include Seru Serevi, Danny Costello, Michelle Rounds, Karuna Gopalan, Laisa Vulakoro, the Freelancers and the Black Roses. Cassettes of local music are available in Fijian stores. Music from `Bollywood' films (Indian melodramas) is popular amongst Fiji Indians and local bands play covers of Indian songs. At Indian cultural centres performances and lessons are given in traditional Indian music featuring vocal, harmonium, tabla and sitar ensembles.
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Extractions: culture The Fijians are pretty easy-going, but if you are invited into a village, wear modest clothing and take off your hat (wearing one is an insult to the chief) when in the village. Leave your shoes outside the door when entering a home and keep in mind that it's also insulting to touch someone's head - which can be tempting when you are surrounded by wide-eyed, smiling children. If you are invited to drink kava, don't ask, just enjoy the ritual and the tumb noungue, sorry - the numb tongue. When visiting a village, it is customary to present a gift of kava, which is also known as " yaqona ". The gift, (a "sevusevu"), will cost less than F$20 for a half kilo. If you are accompanied by a guide, he/she will look after that. The sevusevu is presented to the traditional head of the village ("Turaga Ni koro"). After it's been pounded into powder and mixed with water, it is usually served in the head person's house.
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Welcome To Lalati Resort, FIJI Beqa is the ancestral home of fiji Islands' fierce and famous Fire Walkers aroundthe carved wooden Kava bowl with you, sharing their grog, stories and culture. http://www.lalati-fiji.com/Pages/culture.html
Extractions: Fiji Islanders love to meet visitors. Almost all speak English and you will certainly hear Fijian spoken. The country is multi-cultural and you may sometimes hear Hindi spoken. Beqa is the ancestral home of Fiji Islands' fierce and famous Fire Walkers. These people have the mystic gift of walking barefoot on hot rocks without harm. Ask one of our staff to relate the incredible legend that explains how this came to be. This unique event is part of Lalati Resort's traditional Fijian evening (Meke) complete with native food prepared lovo style. Local villagers will sit around the carved wooden Kava bowl with you, sharing their grog, stories and culture. Lalati Resort supports sustainability on remote Beqa Island. Visiting Lalati is very much of a cultural experience. Remuneration by the resort for cultural events helps support the local villages so that the Fijian culture sustains itself.
Extractions: Click for details. Click here for info A combination of activities takes you from our seas and islands to our rainforests, jungles and mountains. River rafting, kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, walking treks and exploration, for a complete adventure experience. A real eco-adventure challenge, off the beaten path and on the road to discovery! Arrive at Nadi International Airport, Fiji. Meet your guides and catch our transport to your beach side resort. Check in and get acclimated to "Fiji Time." Enjoy a welcome tropical drink and international dinner. L D Coastal Kayaking. Board your sea kayak and explore Fiji's coastline. With your seasoned guide, take a trip through mangrove forests and hidden tunnels. B L D Ancient Cannibal Cave Discovery. Trek through Fiji's "salad bowl" region to one of the last fortresses of Fiji's cannibal history. Crawl through passages and into a true ancient find - a sacred cave where cannibal ceremonies once took place. Cannibal oven and ritual platform still remain intact. A descendant of the last cannibal tribe will be your guide.
