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Momi Battery Historical Park: Fiji's WWII Coastal Defense

Explore Fiji's WWII history at Momi Battery Historical Park: gun emplacements, panoramic views, and a visitor center await on Viti Levu.

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Explore the Momi Battery Historical Park on Viti Levu, Fiji, a well-preserved World War II coastal defense site. Featuring gun emplacements, bunkers, and a visitor center, the park offers panoramic views and insights into Fiji's role in the Pacific Theater.

A brief summary to Momi Battery Historical Park

  • Monday 8 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 8 am-5 pm
  • Friday 8 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 8 am-5 pm
  • Sunday 8 am-5 pm

Local tips

  • Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and enjoy the best light for photography.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the terrain can be uneven in some areas of the park.
  • Bring water and snacks, as there are limited amenities within the park.
  • Check the park's opening hours before your visit, as they may vary on public holidays.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From Nadi, follow Queens Road east for approximately 20 km. Look for the Shiri Vankatesh Permal Mariamman Temple and turn right onto the small road just before it. Follow this road for about 5 km, then turn right again just before the Bay Harvest Church. Continue for 3.5 km to reach the site. Note that the road from Queens Road to the park is narrow and unpaved. Parking is available at the park. There are no tolls on this route.

  • Public Transport

    From Nadi or Sigatoka, take a local bus along Queens Road. Ask the driver to stop at the nearest point to Momi Battery Historical Park. From the bus stop on Queens Road, walk towards the park entrance, following the signs. The walk is approximately 10-15 minutes. Bus fares typically cost around $2-5 FJD for a short trip.

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Momi Battery Historical Park, located on the western coast of Viti Levu, Fiji, is a significant World War II heritage site. Built in the early 1940s, the battery was one of six gun batteries installed to protect Fiji against potential invasion by the Japanese. It was strategically positioned to defend the Navula Passage, a critical entry point through the reef, close to the deep water passage, the Nadi airfield and the port of Lautoka. Visitors can explore the well-preserved remains of the coastal artillery installations, including two 6-inch naval gun emplacements. Each gun was capable of firing 45-kilogram shells over 14 kilometers. The park also features associated military structures like bunkers, observation posts, and a fire control building. A visitor information center offers exhibits detailing Fiji's wartime history and the site's strategic importance. The Momi Battery had a battalion of troops ready to repel any forces that tried to land. In November 1943, American troops fired two rounds of 45 kilogram shells at an unidentified ship entering the bay, which then vanished. The battery ceased operations in February 1944. Today, the park stands as a reminder of Fiji's role in the Pacific Theater during World War II, offering panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding landscape.

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