Its main town is Nausori, which lies along the banks of the Rewa River.

One of the eight provinces based in Viti Levu, Fiji's largest island, Tailevu's 755 square kilometers occupy the south-eastern fringe of the island along with some central areas.

[4] Tailevu includes the districts of Bau, Nakelo, Verata, Vugalei, Wainibuka, Dawasamu and Sawakasa.

[6] It also includes the village of Maumi 21 km north-east of Suva, who speak their own dialect, known as Nawakura.

[10] Also located in the province is the Nausori International Airport, a major transportation hub for domestic and regional travel.