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Today, you can watch firewalking ceremonies at resorts throughout Fiji, but you can bet that the men doing it grew up in Beqa. Many resorts, like Outrigger on the Lagoon, offer regular firewalking ...

Shortly after Fiji gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1970, social changes inspired Fijians to open the kava ceremony up to everyone, and Fijians happily share it with tourists.

Gold medalist Iliesa Delana of Fiji poses on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Men's High Jump F42 at the Paralympic Games in London © • Getty Images ...