Culture
Kava ceremony
Suva, Fiji
Across Fiji and the Pacific, a drink made from the kava root is shared in a formal ceremony to welcome visitors and mark important occasions.
Tradition: Shared drink of the kava root
Fiji: leaders, famous people, culture and history
1 place on the atlas covering culture. Highlights include Kava ceremony.
What is on the atlas
- Culture Kava ceremony
Who leads Fiji?
| President | Naiqama Lalabalavu |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Sitiveni Rabuka |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Fiji’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Fiji
- Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna statesman
- Vijay Singh golfer
- Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara first Prime Minister
- Waisale Serevi rugby sevens legend
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Culture in Fiji
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This page brings together the people who lead Fiji today, a short selection of well-known people from Fiji, and the 1 place pinned for Fiji on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Fiji on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the culture page.
Questions about Fiji
Who is the leader of Fiji?
As of July 2026: President: Naiqama Lalabalavu; Prime Minister: Sitiveni Rabuka. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Fiji?
Well-known people connected with Fiji include Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna (statesman), Vijay Singh (golfer), Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara (first Prime Minister) and Waisale Serevi (rugby sevens legend).
What food and customs is Fiji known for?
Food and customs from Fiji on the atlas include Kava ceremony. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Fiji on the map?
Choose See Fiji on the map above, or search for Fiji on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.