History, Origins & Legends

Fiji’s story begins long before the first resort, the first road, or the first map. In South Pacific lore islands were made by giants who strode across the ocean ripping up great handfuls of the sea bed which they tossed ahead of themselves and so creating Islands.

In this collection, you’ll trace the islands from formation to ancient settlement by the famous Lapita People. You will learn of eras of power and upheaval including the moments when ‘outside’ war reached the Pacific and left its mark behind. Some chapters are gripping, others unsettling. Start here to add context to your trip, so the landscapes, traditions and communities you encounter around Fiji feel more meaningful, not just memorable.