Nadi

Nadi is a town and district on the western coast of the island of Viti Levu in Fiji. It lies along the Nadi River and is part of Western Province. The town functions as a commercial and transportation hub for the country, with its nearby international gateway, Nadi International Airport, handling a large portion of Fiji’s international arrivals. The area supports tourism, commerce, and services, and nearby destinations such as Denarau Island host resort complexes. Notable local landmarks include the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, one of the largest Hindu temples in the southern hemisphere, and the Nadi Market, which offers crafts, produce, and prepared foods.

The population of Nadi’s urban area is in the tens of thousands, reflecting Fiji’s multicultural makeup of iTaukei, Indo-Fijian, and other communities. The economy is primarily driven by tourism and hospitality industries, with transportation, retail, and agriculture contributing to regional activity. The town serves as a gateway for visitors to Fiji’s main island and surrounding tourist sites, while maintaining residential and local commercial neighborhoods.

In addition to its geographic meaning, the term nadī (often transliterated as nadi) has a separate significance in Hindu philosophy and yoga. Nadis are described as energy channels through which prana, or life energy, flows within the body. Traditional texts emphasize major nadis such as Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna, and practices related to pranayama and meditation are often framed around their concept.