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Tabua, the Sacred Tooth of Fiji
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Tabua, the Sacred Tooth of Fiji

by Connie
February 14, 2026
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Discover the tabua, Fiji’s sacred whale tooth, and its role in iTaukei culture, from traditional ceremonies and weddings to the Fiji Museum.

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