HISTORY

The majority of Fiji's islands were formed through volcanic activity starting around 150 million years ago. Today, some geothermic activity still occurs on the islands of Vanua Levu and Taveuni. Fiji was settled first by the Lapita culture, around 1,500–1,000 years BC, followed by a large influx of people with predominantly Melanesian genetics about the time of the beginning of the Common Era. Europeans visited Fiji in the 17th century, and, after a brief period as an independent kingdom, the British established the Colony of Fiji in 1874.

Cannibalism has a long history in Fiji. Historical estimates place the beginning of the practice at around 400 BC. Though cannibalism is no longer practiced, Fijians today have embraced this aspect of their history. One can buy cannibalism forks and humorous cannibal dolls in many Fijian gift shops.
Sofia Vateva 2022г.