Somosomo
Taveuni's largest village and the seat of a traditional paramount chief, the hub for shops, markets and transport on the island.
Somosomo is the seat of Tui Cakau, the paramount chief of Cakaudrove Province. The village has a traditional meeting hall, the bose. In the 19th century it was one of the most powerful chiefdoms in eastern Fiji, and Methodist missionaries began preaching here early on. Today it forms a commercial centre with neighbouring Naqara, with supermarkets, banks, a food market and a bus stop. The trail to Lake Tagimaucia also starts nearby. When entering the village, wear a long skirt or sarong and no hat, and ask the villagers for permission before visiting.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- 180° Meridian (Date Line) Monument
- Waitavala Water Slide
- Des Voeux Peak
- Taveuni Island
- Lake Tagimaucia
- Tavoro Waterfalls (Bouma National Heritage Park)
- Lavena Coastal Walk
- Waitabu Marine Park