Coloured towers
Vivid carving.
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Fiji's largest and most eye-catching Hindu temple, built in the Dravidian style of southern India by craftsmen brought from India for the purpose, in Nadi, home to many Fijians of Indian descent, the descendants of workers who came to the sugar-cane plantations more than a century ago. The temple is crowned by stepped gate towers covered in hundreds of carved figures painted blue, red, yellow and green, with ornate small shrines around it and ceilings and columns painted in fine patterns, a vivid sight glittering under the Pacific sun. Visitors enter the courtyards after removing their shoes and see worshippers offering flowers and fruit, with bells and chanting at prayer times. Major Hindu festivals are held here at certain seasons. The entry fee is small and sources differ on it. Modest dress covering shoulders and knees is required, shoes come off and photos are forbidden in some parts. It is hot and humid most of the year, so carry water and insect repellent.
Vivid carving.
Fine patterns.
Bells and chants.
Southern end of Nadi town
Cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes, respect worshippers; photos are forbidden in some parts.