Fiji is a country rich with its unique culture and tradition and well known for its Bula Smile and Fijian bula spirit.

For 21-year-old, Vinaisi Vuira, she celebrates Fiji Day with her family today proud of these traits.

“Fiji Day is a really big day for all Fijians across Fiji and around the world,” she said.

Ms Vuira said Fiji day was not only the day we commemorate Fiji’s Independence from Great Britain, but it was a day that simply defines us as Fijians.

Vinaisi Vuira’s cousins holding Fiji Flag at their home in Nausori.

“It’s an opportunity to remember our history, traditions and culture that has been left behind,” she added.

“However, it also enlightens the true Fijian spirit inside us.”

She said Fijian people are friendly and kind-hearted.

Ms Vuira also shared some ideas of how she would be spending her Fiji Day holiday.

“My plans on celebrating Fiji Day are to play rugby and to visit my family back in the village.”

“During this celebration I like to eat lovo food (national food) and chili chicken.” She said her family would be getting together.

Vinaisi Vuira’s cousins holding Fiji Flag at their home in Nausori.

“This Fiji Day will be a remarkable one because we will be sharing it with families and friends,” Ms Vuira said.

“Let us continue to come together hand in hand in order to keep our Fiji enriched with culture and tradition because that’s the only way that truly defines who we are.”

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