Nausori Highlands
The Nausori Highlands are located in the interior of Fiji's main island Viti Levu. One of the most picturesque villages is Navala. The Nausori Highlands are a great place to learn about Fijian culture.
The dryzone mountain rainforest contributes to its national significance as outlined in Fiji's Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan.[1]
History
The Nausori Highlands were originally considered a hideout for cannibals. Near a thatched house, the official residence of the chief, lies a cemetery where missionaries converted the highlands to Christianity.
Since the 21st century, the area has remained a site of national significance.
References
- Ganilau, Bernadette Rounds (2007). Fiji Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (PDF). Convention on Biological Diversity. pp. 107–112. Retrieved 28 May 2017.
Further reading
- Jones, Robyn; Pinheiro, Leonardo (April 1997). Fiji: A Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit, Fourth Edition. Melbourne: Lonely Planet Publications. pp. 206–208. ISBN 0-86442-353-5.
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