# Gun Rock

Levuka, Fiji

Gun Rock is a steep headland rising above Levuka, scarred when a British warship fired on it in 1849 to display its firepower to Fijian chiefs. The marks of that bombardment gave the rock its name and a commanding view over the old port.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Gun Rock, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -17.677, 178.834

[City page](/cities/levuka)

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