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From Captain James Cook, when he spotted the islands he named it FeeJee then later translated to Fiji by the Europeans. Natives call the nation Viti.

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What the first inhabitants of Fiji?

The original inhabitants of Fiji are referred to as Lapita people who settled in Fiji 3,500 years ago. Europeans later discovered Fiji.


Who were the original inhabitants of Fiji?

Melanesians and Polynesians.


What was the Fiji's name before it was actually named Fiji?

FIJI has foe ever been FIJI


What is the name for Fiji's money?

Fiji money


What is the birth name of Fiji?

Fiji's birth name is George Veikoso.


What is the name of Fiji's stadium?

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Where did the original settlers from Fiji come from?

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What is Fiji's official name?

Republic of the Fiji IslandsThe Sovereign Republic of the Fiji Islands.


What is the name of Fiji's rugby stadium?

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What games do Fiji participate?

you name it fiji can play all games!!


What is the name of a desert in Fiji?

Fiji has a humid tropical climate and no deserts.


Who were the original people in Fiji?

The Lapita People of South East Asia.