蘇瓦
Fiji · Oceania

關於蘇瓦
蘇瓦(斐濟語:[ˈsuβa] SOO-vuh,印地語:सुवा)是斐濟的首都和人口最多的定居點,也是斐濟最大的都會區的中心,同時是該國的主要港口。這座城市位於維提島的東南海岸,位於雷瓦省,中央區。
1877年,斐濟的首都從勒庫卡(Levuka)遷移到蘇瓦,原因是當時勒庫卡的歐洲殖民地受到地理環境的限制。1882年,殖民地的行政中心從勒庫卡轉移到蘇瓦。
根據2017年的人口普查,蘇瓦的人口為93,970人,其都會區(包括獨立的郊區)的人口為185,913人。蘇瓦與其鄰近的拉米(Lami)、納西努(Nasinu)和諾索里(Nausori)等城鎮的都市人口合計約為330,000人,佔該國人口的三分之一以上(這個都市複合體,除拉米外,也被稱為蘇瓦-諾索里走廊)。
蘇瓦是斐濟的政治、經濟和文化中心,也是南太平洋的經濟和文化首都,擁有大多數國際公司、國際機構和外交使團的區域總部。這座城市還有蓬勃發展的藝術和表演場景,並逐漸成為該地區的時尚之都。
蘇瓦旅遊指南
城市概覽
Suva is on the southeast coast of the main island of Fiji, Viti Levu. Suva became the capital of Fiji in 1877. Fiji's tallest building, the Reserve Bank of Fiji Building, is in downtown Suva, also known as the Central Business District (CBD). The Fiji School of Medicine and one of the three campuses of the University of the South Pacific are in Suva. Suva tends to be the major commercial and political centre of Fiji, whereas Nadi (pronounced "NAN-dee") is the major tourist centre.
Visitor information 1 Information Centre (At the intersection of Scott St and Thomson St). Some tourist information can be obtained inside a government building in downtown Suva. (updated Jan 2021)
如何抵達
Suva is accessible by airplane, bus, car and boat.
By plane Fiji Airways (Fiji majority owned) provides national and international flights to Suva. The closest airport is the 1 Nausori International Airport (SUV IATA), about 23 km (30 minute drive) away, in Nausori. The airport can be reached by public buses from Suva, however that will require a change in Nausori center. Although Nausori International Airport caters mostly to the domestic market, connecting Suva with Fiji's other international airport in Nadi, it also serves some smaller international aircraft to New Zealand, Samoa and Vanuatu.
By bus and car
Buses connect Suva to all major cities in Viti Levu, arriving at the 2 Suva Bus Station. People can take normal buses or mini-buses. Tourists are strongly not advised to use the mini-buses. Three major roads exit Suva and lead to different parts of Viti Levu. Kings Highway leads east from Suva; the next major towns to the east are Nausori and Korovou. Queens Highway leads west from Suva, passing Lami; the next major towns to the west are Navua, Pacific Harbour, and Sigatoka. It takes approximately 4 hours by bus from Nadi to Suva via the Queens Highway. Princes Highway goes north from Suva, through Colo-i-Suva Forest Park, and eventually connects to Kings Highway in Nausori at the Rewa Bridge, the longest bridge in Fiji and the longest bridge of its type in the South Pacific. Suva is one of Fiji's major harbors and is home to a fishing fleet and major port. Cruise ships also stop in Suva. Several boat companies cooperate with bus companies to permit travelers to visit other islands by taking a bus from Suva, using a roll-on/roll-off (or RO-RO) ferry, and continuing to the town destination on the island. One example if this bus/boat combination is the trip from Suva to Levuka (Fiji's former capitol) on the island of Ovalau.
By ferry You can take a ferry from Taveuni via Savusavu to Suva.
當地交通
Downtown Suva can be explored on foot. Tourists and residents often use taxis as they are affordable, plentiful and easy to access. People can also take a bus to travel around Suva and to major cities and towns for an even more affordable price.
必看景點
1 Fiji Museum, Cakobau Rd (In Thurston Gardens), ☏ +679 331 5944, [email protected]. M-Th 9:30-16:30 F 9:30-16:00 Sa 9:30-16:30. The Fiji Museum is an excellent place for tourists to understand the historical and archeological background of Fiji. With artifacts dating back as far as 3,700 years it provides many exhibits that educate visitors on the nation's layers of traditions and culture. $7. (updated Oct 2019)
體驗活動
Unfortunately, there are no tourist-quality beaches in Suva. The closest tourist-quality beach to Suva is at Pacific Harbour. The beach at Apted Park (at the bottom of Laucala Bay Road) and the kitesurfing-friendly beach (on Queen Elizabeth Road, near the National Stadium) are often frequented by locals despite the high levels of trash and fecal coliform found in the water. Local rugby and soccer matches can be exciting events and are free of riots. Rugby matches are most often held in 1 Albert Park, across from the Suva Lawn Bowls club. Soccer matches are often in the National Stadium on Laucala Bay Road. International hockey (field hockey) matches are at the National Hockey Stadium, near The University of the South Pacific and the National Stadium.
購物
1 Suva Municipal Market, Harris Rd (South of Suva bus station). M-Sa 7AM-6PM. Right in Suva town are these fruit and vegetable markets. Sells all kinds of different tropical fruit and vegetables. (updated Jan 2020) 2 Municipal Handicraft Centre, Stinson Parade Rd (Southwest of the fruit and vegetable markets). M-Sa 9AM-5PM. Rows full of Fijian wooden carvings, straw goods and Fijian handicraft souvenirs. Don't be afraid to bargain with the shop owners for a better price! (updated Jan 2020) 3 Suva Fish Market, Scott St (in the City Centre). M-Sa 8AM-5PM. In the town centre of Suva are market stalls that serve colourful varieties of fresh fish.
美食
The Indian influence from the significant population in Suva is evident in the food. The Indian food in town is authentic, tasty, and good value. For something upscale, try a restaurant inside one of the fancier Suva hotels, such as the Tanoa Plaza, the Southern Cross, or the Holiday Inn. For a quick economical meal in pleasant surroundings, go to the food court upstairs at the Harbour Centre and choose from a great variety of local and Chinese dishes (and you get to look before you buy) and sit and enjoy the view, or get a sack of fish and chips and sit by the waterfront or at the botanical garden. Many international fast food outlets are found in the city including McDonald's and Nando's.
Singh's Curry House, Corner of Gordon Street & Victoria Parade. Sells cheap and delicious authentic Fijian curry. Eat in or takeaway. Ashiyana, Old Town Hall, Victoria Parade. A good Indian restaurant. $5-10. Scott's, Southern Cross Hotel. High-end European cuisine. The best steaks in town. Palm Court Bistro, QBE Centre, Victoria parade (next to ANZ Bank building), ☏ +679 9962251. 7AM-5PM. Outdoor Cafe, relaxed atmosphere. Palm Court Bistro has an all day breakfast menu, however they are renowned for their freshly made sandwiches made to order from the sandwich bar. $7-15. Zam Zam Resaturant, Moala Street, Samabula. Best place in Suva for local Indo-Fijian dishes. Located just outside the main CDB in Samabula. 10-40. (updated Jul 2022) BSP Central Food Court. Clean and spacious food court selling mostly Indian and Chinese food. (updated Jul 2022)
飲品與夜生活
Fr or Fringing Reef, Queen Elizabeth Dr (Just down from Suva Grammar School). This bar and coffee shop is situated literally on the water and has a view that matches its location. Sometimes fish & chips and other food is available from the kitchen. The location is also accessible by walking along the sea-wall path.
住宿
1 Holiday Inn Suva, Victoria Parade, ☏ +679 330 1600, fax: +679 330 0251. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. Approx. $340. 2 Rainforest Eco Lodge, Princes Rd, ☏ +679 332 0562, fax: +679 332 0113, [email protected]. 3 Tanoa Plaza Suva Hotel (Tanoa Plaza Suva), ☏ +679 331 2300, fax: +679 330 1300, [email protected]. Check-in: 1PM, check-out: 11AM. An airport and convention hotel three minutes away from Suva International Airport. Doubles $210. Colonial Lodge, fax: +679 330 1300. Big dorm room, but very enjoyable/familiar atmosphere and also some long-term guests. Breakfast included and dinner possible. Definitely a nice place to stay longer and socialize. 4 5 Princes Hotel, 5 Prince Rd (At the beginning of Princes road on the left hand side), ☏ +679 3381575. In a landmark building. Garden Cottage set in tropical gardens or in a Deluxe Room located in the historical building. All cottages and rooms are air-conditioned and fitted with executive-style furniture and internet access. Great food, dining on the open-air veranda. 5 Grand Pacific Hotel, 5 Prince Rd, ☏ +679 3222000. The grand old lady of hotels in Fiji, built in 1914 as a luxury hotel for passengers on steamships crossing the Pacific. Although it was closed down in 1992 and stood decaying and abandoned for over 20 years, it has since undergone much needed renovations and been restored to its former glory, re-opening in time for its 100th anniversary in 2014. (updated Mar 2017)
順遊推薦
Nadi is 3 hours drive away towards the west of the island. Coral Sun run air-conditioned buses twice a day between Suva and Nadi (7:30AM and 4PM) also stopping by request at the resorts along the way. Buses depart outside the Holiday Inn in Suva and from the airport in Nadi. Costs $20 one way. Ph. +679 672 3105 Pacific Harbour is a 45-minute drive from Suva (towards Nadi). This is the adventure capital of Fiji offering scuba diving, snorkeling, cultural tours, etc. There are shops, cafes, a championship golf course, a man made beach called the Tiki pools and a big cultural centre. There is a range of accommodation here including private villas, backpackers and apartments. Ovalau and Levuka are a 4½-hour bus and boat trip from Suva. Levuka is the former capital of Fiji. Patterson Brothers Shipping (+679 3315 644, [email protected]) has a daily bus and ferry service from Suva to the island of Ovalau, with bus service terminating at the town of Levuka. The bus for Patterson Brothers Shipping departs opposite the flea market at 1PM and arrives at Natovi at 3:30PM. The ferry departs from Natovi jetty at 4PM and arrives at Buresala jetty (Ovalau Island) at 4:50PM. The connecting bus departs Buresala at 5PM arrives at Levuka at 5:45PM. The ferry back to Suva departs Buresala jetty (Ovalau) at 5:45AM. You can also take your own car on this ferry service. Bookings should be made (for any trip, car or not) at least four days in advance, as the ferry and bus can become sold-out.
城市概覽改寫自 Wikipedia,旅遊指南來自Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA)。照片來自 Wikimedia Commons.