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Mauritius

Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation, is known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs. The mountainous interior includes Black River Gorges National Park, with rainforests, waterfalls, hiking trails and wildlife like the flying fox. Capital Port Louis has sites such as the Champs de Mars horse track, Eureka plantation house and 18th-century Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens.
  • Capital: Port Louis
    Important Cities: Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, and Vacoas-Phoenix

Airports:

  • Plaine Magnien (MRU)

International Air Connectivity:

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport offers international connections to numerous destinations worldwide.

Domestic Air Connectivity:

Domestic flights connect the main island of Mauritius to Rodrigues Island.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Beaches: Mauritius is famous for its stunning beaches, including Trou aux Biches, Belle Mare, and Flic-en-Flac.
    Ile aux Cerfs: A beautiful island known for water sports and golf.
    Black River Gorges National Park: Home to diverse flora and fauna.
    Chamarel Seven Colored Earths: Natural sand dunes with seven distinct colors.
    Pamplemousses Botanical Garden: The oldest botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere.

Cuisine:

Mauritian cuisine is a fusion of Indian, Chinese, African, and European flavors. Try dishes like dholl puri, boulettes, and seafood delicacies.

Cultural Activities:

Explore the diverse cultural heritage of Mauritius through music, dance, and festivals. Local markets offer handicrafts and traditional goods.

Accommodation:

  • 3-Star Hotels: Options include Emeraude Beach Attitude in Belle Mare.
    4-Star Hotels: Mauritius offers 4-star accommodations like Lux* Belle Mare in Belle Mare.
    5-Star Hotels: There are luxurious 5-star resorts like The St. Regis Mauritius Resort.

Transport Connectivity:

  • Rail: Mauritius does not have a railway system.
    Road: Well-developed road networks connect cities and towns, making road travel the primary mode of transportation.

Population:

Mauritius’ population is estimated to be around 1.3 million people.

Religion:

The majority of the population in Mauritius practices Hinduism, followed by Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism.

Languages Spoken:

The official languages are English and French. However, the most widely spoken language is Mauritian Creole, a French-based Creole language. Hindi, Bhojpuri, Tamil, and Chinese languages are also spoken due to the diverse ethnic makeup of the population.

Disclaimer:

The information above is for reference, and we do not accept any liability for inaccuracies or updates.