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The Garden of The Sleeping Giant, in Fiji, is one of the most stunning examples of natural beauty that I have laid eyes on, anywhere in the world (even more stunning than the new-in section on Zara). That’s a pretty big statement, but I have never been anywhere else that is so floral, so luscious and so jaw-droppingly green. To me, it is exactly how I imagined Fiji would be for the years and years that I spent dreaming of visiting.
The name stems from the mountain that it is in the shadow of, as it supposedly looks like a sleeping giant- something which I can vouch for. Our very friendly tour guide pointed out the different sections that make up the face- and once you see it, you can’t unsee it!
It has beautiful landscaped gardens, with more than 2000 varieties of Asian orchids and every other type of flower and plant that you could ever imagine.
There’s also beautiful lily ponds and quaint streams and fountains running through the gardens, with authentic little wooden bridges over them.
The staff here are absolutely wonderful and they have incredible knowledge of all the different plants, which they happily share with visitors.
After this section, you enter into a dense rainforest which gives you a real taste of what Fiji would have been like before mass tourism and commercialisation.
The humidity in here is insane but it’s so overwhelmingly gorgeous that I didn’t even notice until after we’d left and I looked in a mirror- and saw that my hair had blown up to ten times its usual size.
I ended up taking so many pictures, a lot of which were really similar, but every single step you discover something new and amazing and it’s impossible not to want to capture every single moment of the journey.
There’s also plenty of hammocks dotted around the place, that offer an ideal opportunity to take a breather and just admire everything in all its perfection.
I honestly can’t describe to you how beautiful this place is, and even the pictures can’t possibly do it justice.
If you are in Fiji, you have to visit as this was possibly the biggest highlight of the whole trip for me. It’s a fantastic chance to see a different side to the natural beauty of Fiji- away from the sandy beaches and marine-life that it is famed for.
For more information- and less awe-struck gushing- I would definitely recommend visiting the Fiji Tourism website.
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Wow the landscape in Fiji is so beautiful and tropical! The lush forest, greens, and flowers reminds me of this vacation I just took in Costa Rica! I bet the weather is similar!
Kim | Simply Lovebird
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Yes I can imagine the weather being similar, I would love to visit Costa Rica one day too!xxx
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Whoa, you’re really convincing me to go there!
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You definitely should if you get the chance!xx
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This literally looks like paradise. Amazing photos!
x Annabelle
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It really is! Thank you so much, Annabelle!xxx
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Beautiful! Lovely post x
Tiffany Tales | Beauty & Lifestyle
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Thanks Tiffany!xxx
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This place looks just like heaven! So beautiful! Have a lovely weekend! x
Andreea
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It is so heavenly! Thank you Andreea, you too!xxx
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The place looks absolutely breathtaking!
Lovely pictures!
Vanessa x | http://www.springlilies.com
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Thanks so much, Vanessa!xxx
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Wow – this place looks so incredibly stunning! I am loving your dress as well!
Annessa
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Thank you Annessa!xxx
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It looks absolutely stunning- so lush and tropical 🙂 I’m not surprised that this ended up been one of your highlights. All your photos are gorgeous
Rachel xx
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Thanks so much Rachel!xxx
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So very beautiful and relaxing!! 🙂
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Thanks for your lovely comment!xxx
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These photos are breathtaking –Like Hanna
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Thank you Hanna, so nice to hear such lovely feedback!xxx
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I love visiting greenspaces like this one! So magical xx
Kit | THINGS SHE LOVES
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Me too, it’s so refreshing!xxx
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amazing pictures OMG!
THE FASHION MATTERS- Travel & Fashion blog
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Thank you!xxx
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Love your photos!!! And that dress is super cute 😀
xx Sofia | SOFIAADOT
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Thank you Sofia!xxx
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So lush and green! It just looks like heaven! What gorgeous photos 🙂
xx, Amy
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It is like heaven on earth! Thanks so much for your comment Amy!xxx
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Thanks Amy!xxx
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You make me want to jet-set and book two oneway tickets! Gosh the pictures are stunning but I’m sure seeing it in real life was more beautiful!
xo, Jessica || The Petite Diaries
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Thanks for your lovely feedback Jessica- so happy you like the pictures! You should definitely go if you ever get the chance!xxx
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Oh my! I’ve always wanted to go to Fiji after seeing photos like this, it really does look like a peace of heaven. Thanks for sharing, girlie, and I hope you’re having a great start to your week so far!
XO,
Jalisa
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Aw thanks so much Jalisa, I’m having a great week- hope you are too!xxx
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So beautiful! My parents have been to Fiji, but I’ve never been. I would love to go someday! Seems like one huge adventure. 🙂
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
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It definitely is, you should definitely go if you ever get the chance- so worth it!xxx
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These pictures are gorgeous, this place looks dreamy.
Lauren x Huggled
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It’s soooo dreamy! Thanks Lauren!xxx
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Love these photos, gorgeous!
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Thank you Katherine!xxx
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Wow! Fiji is stunning – I can’t get over how colourful and lush it is. Looks like an absolutely gorgeous place to visit, thanks for sharing your suggestions 🙂
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No problem Lindsey, so glad you enjoyed the post!xxx
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Wow. Fiji is so beautiful and lush. I don’t think I’ve ever seen this side to the country. It’s usually pristine beaches and sand!
Sxx
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Exactly- before I went I thought it was all just beautiful beaches but there’s so much more depth to it!xxx
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Wow this place is really really stunning, the flowers and the greenery really make it look wonderful and wild.
Rosy | Sparkles of Light Blog
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Yes I totally agree, it’s so naturally beautiful! Thank you Rosy!xxx
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Wow, the pictures are breath taking ! Everything looks beautiful x
Laura
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Thanks so much Laura!xxx
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