Coordinates: 17°46′S 178°47′E / 17.767°S 178.783°E / -17.767; 178.783

Yanuca Levu

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Yanuca Levu (Fijian pronunciation: [jaˈnuða ˈleβu]) is a hilly steep islet in Fiji's Lomaiviti group, within Ovalau reef.[1]

The local chief is the Turaga na Tunimata, who is also a descendant of the priests of Moturiki.

The island is believed to contain sources of oil and other minerals.

References

  1. ^ Review of the protected areas system in Oceania (PDF) (September 1986 ed.). Cambridge: IUCN. 1986. p. 137. ISBN 2-88032-509-9. Retrieved 25 July 2023.

17°46′S 178°47′E / 17.767°S 178.783°E / -17.767; 178.783