Nausori

Nausori is a town on the island of Viti Levu in Fiji. It lies in Tailevu Province near the eastern coast, at the mouth of the Rewa River, about 20 kilometers northeast of Suva. The town sits within the broader Suva-Nausori urban area and functions as a commercial hub for eastern Fiji, benefitting from its location along major roads and its access to regional transportation.

Nausori hosts Nausori International Airport, which provides regional air links for Fiji’s eastern districts and connects to other parts of the island nation. The local economy centers on markets, retail businesses, and light manufacturing, with the Nausori Market serving as a focal point for produce and goods from nearby communities. The town supports various educational and health facilities that serve residents of Tailevu Province.

Demographically, Nausori reflects Fiji’s multicultural society, including Indigenous Fijian and Indo-Fijian communities, among others. The nearby Rewa River and delta have influenced the area’s land use, settlement patterns, and cultural connections, with traditional villages and coastal communities in the surrounding region.

Historically, Nausori developed as a river-port and trading center during the colonial era and grew in tandem with the development of Suva and eastern Fiji. Today it remains a key local center for government services, commerce, and transport in eastern Viti Levu.