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Located on the southeast coast of the Viti Levu island, Suva is the capital of the island state of Fiji. Saving cities in Australia and New Zealand, this city of Fiji enjoys the reputation of being the largest urban area in South Pacific. Unlike other Fijian cities, the skyline of Suva is dotted by several tall buildings. With an altitude of almost 81 feet, Suva Central is the tallest building in the entire Pacific Islands region. There are several other buildings too and this city enjoys the distinction of being the commercial hub of Fiji. In other words, it is Suva that drives the Fijian economy forward. This city has a cultural side too. Every year in October, Suva becomes the proud host of the World Music Festival. A much anticipated event on this cities festival calendar, the World Music Festival in Suva Fiji draws hundreds of performers from different countries. This festival is a great way to know more about the culture of Fiji. World Music Festival in Suva Fiji opened for the very first time amidst huge expectation and cheer in the year 2006. The first ever music festival at Suva over fulfilled everyone's expectations. Inspired by the success of this festival, the organizers-Sandjunes Management Group- has decided to hold the event again in 2007. Popular local bands such as Te Vaka and Black Rose performed in front of capacity crowd in the National Stadium of Suva. Drawing a lot of inspiration from the tribal music, the music played by Te Vaka band is powerful yet warm and earthly. The log drums that this band uses as the main instrument emits sound resembling that of the waves in the South Pacific Ocean. Apart from the traditional Fijian music, the other bands also dished out other genres like reggae and all. World Music Festival in Suva Fiji adds just another excuse to visit this beautiful island nation. Fiji is served by different reputed international passenger carriers. Air Pacific, Air New Zealand and Qantas are some of the carriers that link Fiji with the rest of the world. Fiji is very close from the east coast of Australia and the flying time is only about 4 hours. Any Fiji travel guide would suggest you to go and check out this music festival.
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