Mauritius

Mauritius, the island in the Indian Ocean, offers an amazing visitor attraction, an underwater waterfall. The stunning natural phenomenon is a spectacular illusion only to be seen from the air. The mountain to the left is Le Morne Brabant, the center of one of the island's two World Heritage Sites. Image: Mauritius in brief Destination Mauritius, officially the Republic of Mauritius, a Nations Online country profile of the small remote archipelago in the Indian Ocean in eastern Southern Africa. The island nation is situated about 900 km (560 mi) east of The country includes several islands of volcanic origin. Besides the main island of Mauritius, there is Rodrigues Island 600 km away to the east and two outer islands, Agaléga, 1065 km to the north, and the uninhabited archipelago of the Cargados Carajos Shoals (Saint Brandon), 430 km to the northeast. Mauritius, Rodrigues, and The archipelago has a The sparsely populated and isolated 108 km² (42 sq mi) big island of Rodrigues is of volcanic origin and about 500 km from the main island in the Indian Ocean. What is Mauritius famous for? Mauritius is famous for the Dodo (an extinct flightless bird the size of a swan), a multicultural population, incredible expensive resorts (up to $600 a night and more) the island caters for the more wealthy customers, Mauritius rum, sugar and fruit jams, the Seven Coloured Earths, an underwater waterfall, the Giant water lilies in the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, ravanne drum and Sega mus...

Overview of the culture of Mauritius rainbow nation". :135 The island of Mauritius did not have any :85 Under the French rule between 1715 and 1810, :54–55 Indian migrants from :10 The 18th century also saw one the earliest influx of Chinese migrants into Mauritius, who mostly came from Fujian. :106 Under British rule, more Indian migrants came to Mauritius following the :10 From the 1800s, Chinese migrants (mainly :245 Presently, the Mauritian society continues to be culturally and linguistically French-dominated. Religions [ ] Main article: The Constitution of Mauritius prohibits discrimination based on creed and provides for the right of individuals to change, manifest, and propagate their religious beliefs. The people of Indian descent ( A majority of Public holidays and festivals [ ] Celebrated Festivals with public holidays [ ] The number and diversity of public holidays and festivals indicate the rich heritage of the island's people and its ethnic diversity. Public Holidays on the same dates: Name of Holiday Description Date Type of Calendar Celebration to welcome new year, celebrated by Mauritians of all origins. Some Mauritians keep vigils on the New Year's Eve (last day of the previous year) and set off fireworks. :817 1 and 2 January Follows Gregorian calendar Abolition of Commemoration of the end of slavery in Mauritius in 1835. :817 1 February National day (Independence Day) Celebration of Mauritius independence from Britain in 1968. :817 12 March Observed in ...

• Home • About Mauritius • Mauritius Island Essential • Mauritius Island Photos • Festivals • Things to do in Mauritius • Best Time to Visit • Honeymoon & Wedding • Itinerary • Itineraries Mauritius • Trip Itinerary Essential • 10 Day Family Itinerary Plan • App Download • Explore • Beaches • Best Places to visit • Kitesurf & Surf • Golf • Rodrigues • Beaches of Rodrigues • Places to visit in Rodrigues • Activities & Hotels • Activities • Accommodation • Where to Stay ? • Hotels & Villas • Packages • Car rental • More • About • FAQ • Giveaway • Terms & Conditions • Privacy Policy • Contact Us Bonzour mo ban kamrade ! Tou korek? Welcome on the island of the dodo bird, Mauritius or Ile Maurice in French, Indian Ocean sunniest destination and an unspoilt, beach lover’s paradise that combines excellent urban experiences and natural activity options. Many times, we got ask the question – Are Mauritius African? – Are Mauritius Indian? – Are Mauritius black? Well the answer is Mauritius is a unique multicultural country, a cultural pot of African, Indian, European. Where is Mauritius? The island is located in the Indian Ocean, south of the Equator, east of Madagascar, between longitudes 57 16′ and 57 49′ east, and latitudes 19 58′ and 20 34′ south. Whether you just landed from a straight flight with Air Mauritius or through beaches, and one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world and shopping in Port-Louis, capital of Mauritius. And all this is just waiting to be explored...

4 shares • Pinterest • Twitter • Facebook • Email Ready to discover the best things to do in Mauritius? Add these attractions to your bucket list and thank me later. It’s no secret how much I love Mauritius. Tucked away in the stunning Indian Ocean, there’s pretty much everything to love about this lush island. Dramatic waterfalls thundering into verdant basins? Tick. Jaw-dropping beaches fringed by crystal waters glittering in the sun? Tick. De-frigging-licious cuisine? Tick, tick, tick. I’ve just returned from my second trip to Mauritius – what an adventure! From snorkelling with sea turtles to forays into deserted islands, it was nothing short of bliss. That’s all very well and good, but this isn’t about me, it’s about you – namely how to help you plan a bangin’ Mauritius trip. The first in a series of in-depth Mauritius travel guides, we’re going to take a jaunt through the island’s must-see spots and must-try activities to help you explore. Prepare yourself for vast natural wonders, balmy sea waters, colourful marine life, and more. Read on to discover the best things to do in Mauritius. Need a place to stay? Check out my full review of Outrigger Mauritius here. Top 5 Things to Do in Mauritius Explore the Seven Coloured Earth Geopark If you were looking for the ultimate inspiration on what to do in Mauritius, this is it. The Seven-Coloured Earth Geopark is as gorgeous as it sounds. Picture wind-carved dunes in shades of vivid magenta, red, purple, yellow, blue, and or...