The pictured archipelago is the Republic of Fiji. Its first national park, the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, was designated in July 1989. Fiji gained independence from the United Kingdom on October 10, 1970. The Garden of the Sleeping Giant on the main island of Viti Levu includes many species of orchids, water lilies, and tropical plants.

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1. This collection of islands, or archipelago, is part of what country?

The pictured archipelago is the Republic of Fiji.

2. The first national park in the area was designated in 1989, and includes a large complex of sand dunes. What is the park's name?

Its first national park, the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, was designated in July 1989.

3. The Independence Day holiday is celebrated on October 10. From whom was independence gained?

Fiji gained independence from the United Kingdom on October 10, 1970.

4. A tourist attraction is a 50-acre orchid garden started in 1977 by actor Raymond Burr. What is the name of the garden?

The Garden of the Sleeping Giant on the main island of Viti Levu includes many species of orchids, water lilies, and tropical plants.

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