Fiji has a mix of indigenous and foreign influences in its culture. Traditional Fijian foods include kava and curries that show Indian influence. Fijian art incorporates woodcarving and weaving traditions from the Pacific Islands. Colorful meke dances tell stories through movement and chanting. Music blends Polynesian, Melanesian, Indian and European styles. Early settlers arrived around 1500 BC, with European exploration beginning in the 17th century. Today, tourism has become a leading industry, attracting visitors with Fiji's beaches and natural beauty.