A spectacularly beautiful paradise of tropical rain forests, farms, and gardens, Taveuni is home to 14,000 Fijians and Indo-Fijians and a small expatriate community of New Zealanders, Australians, Americans and Europeans.

Dalo farming is the principal occupation of this rural and undeveloped island. Most residents live in multi-generational families in more than three dozen villages and small settlements, primarily on the accessible northern, western and southern sides of the island.

The island is approximately 60 kilometers long and 25 kilometers wide and includes one town at the northern end - Matei, home to the airport, many small resorts, a post office and small shops; and one town at the southern end - Vuna, home to schools, a nursing station, and dalo farms.

The largest towns on Taveuni , Somosomo/Naqara and Waiyevo, are located on the west coast of the island and house a variety of markets, shops, bakeries, restaurants, a small hospital, health clinics, a post office, internet café and other services for residents and tourists.

Free education is provided through form six (12^th grade or secondary school) in many public and private schools located in the island's towns and villages.

In keeping with the rural character of Fiji, more than 90% of land on Taveuni is protected in nature preserves or farmed by villagers. Visitors come to the island to enjoy its relaxed atmosphere and to experience the natural beauty of the South Pacific.

Many resorts and businesses are working together through the Taveuni Tourism Association to introduce visitors to the island's many attractions. Among other activities, the Association sponsored the development of this Web site.