Naigani
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Naigani (Fijian pronunciation: [naiˈŋani], also known as Naingani in English)[1] is an island in Fiji's Tailevu Province, 8 kilometres (5 mi) north-west of Ovalau.[2][1] It is also about 10 kilometres (6 mi) from Tailevu Point on the main island of Viti Levu.[3][1] It has a land area of 1.9 square kilometres (0.73 mi2).[3] The island's maximum height is 184 metres (604 ft).[1]
LocationSouth Pacific Ocean
Coordinates17°34.99′S 178°40.99′E
ArchipelagoViti Levu Group
Area1.9 km2 (0.73 sq mi)
Native name: Naingani | |
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Ovalau and nearby islands in the 19th century, with Naigani in the top left corner | |
  Naigani | |
| Geography | |
| Location | South Pacific Ocean |
| Coordinates | 17°34.99′S 178°40.99′E |
| Archipelago | Viti Levu Group |
| Area | 1.9 km2 (0.73 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 184 m (604 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Division | Central Division |
| Province | Tailevu |
| District | Sawakasa |
| Largest settlement | Navitilevu (pop. 50) |
| Demographics | |
| Population | c. 50 |
There is a single small coastal village named Navitilevu, where around 50 people live in 17 households.[3][2] Naigani Island Resort is located on the island.[4]
