+Fiji's story begins with the ancient [Lapita](/wiki/Lapita) people, who settled the islands around 1000 BCE, weaving a rich tapestry of Pacific culture. Later, European explorers like [James Cook](/wiki/James_Cook) charted its shores, leading to British colonial rule and eventual independence.
+## See also
+- [Fiji](/wiki/Fiji)
+- [Melanesia](/wiki/Melanesia)
+- [British Empire](/wiki/British_Empire)
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