Mount Tomanivi
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Mount Tomanivi is an extinct volcano located in the northern highlands of Viti Levu
. At 1324 metres (4,344 ft), Mount Tomanivi is the highest mountain in Fiji. Previously named Mount Victoria, a trail leads to the summit of Tomanivi from the village of Navai. The main river systems, the Rewa
, Navua
, Sigatoka
, and Ba
, all have their headwaters in the central mountain area.
Viti Levu
Viti Levu is the largest island in the Republic of Fiji, the site of the nation's capital, Suva, and home to a large majority of Fiji's population.- Geography and economy :...
. At 1324 metres (4,344 ft), Mount Tomanivi is the highest mountain in Fiji. Previously named Mount Victoria, a trail leads to the summit of Tomanivi from the village of Navai. The main river systems, the Rewa
Rewa River
The Rewa River is the widest river in Fiji. Located on the island of Viti Levu, the Rewa originates in Tomanivi, the highest peak in Fiji, and flows southeast for 145 km to Laucala Bay, near Suva...
, Navua
Navua River
The Navua River is located in the island of Viti Levu in Fiji and has its source on the south east slope of Mount Gordon and flows for 65 kilometers to the south coast...
, Sigatoka
Sigatoka River
The Sigatoka River is located in the island of Viti Levu in Fiji and has its source on the western side of Mount Victoria and flows for 120 kilometers to the coast between the central and western ranges. It is the chief means of transportation with some parts of the interior of the island.The...
, and Ba
Ba River (Fiji)
The Ba River is located in the island of Viti Levu in Fiji. The town of Ba is built on its banks. The Rarawai Sugar Mill is located a kilometer upstream on the bank of the Ba River and makes use of the river water in its boilers....
, all have their headwaters in the central mountain area.