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The enchantment of Mauritius spreads like a fan over the reefs of the Indian Ocean. Its landscapes are a mixture of craters bordered by folds of lava, rolling plains and sugar cane fields.
The history of the island of Mauritius is summed up by several names
Its former name "Ile de France;" the governor of the time, Mahé de la Bourdonnais; and two characters from novels, Paul and Virginie. What strikes visitors to Port-Louis most is the density of the population, the activity of its streets, and the blend of religions and civilizations to be found there. St. Louis Cathedral, the Jummah mosque, the Indo-Tamil temple all bear witness to this fact. When you visit the island, you can go to the Grapefruit Garden, one of the most beautiful botanical parks in the world, with its famous giant water lilies. You can also get to know Curepipe, the city of Paul and Virginie. Go to the Deer Hole, the 80 metre deep crater of an extinct volcano.
Situated almost 100 km east of Reunion in the Indian Ocean
Area - 2040 square kilometers
Coast line - 10 miles
Mauritius is the heart of an archipelago that includes Flat, Coin de More, Amber Island and others.
Rodriguez Island deserves special mention. Situated 600 km from Mauritius, it is 15 km long. Here everyone walks. It has permanent residents and the local flight from Mauritius is always full. Cargo arrives twice a month.
Status
Commonwealth country, independent since March 12, 1968
Government
includes a president, prime minister and parliament comprising 62 seats and 8 representatives of ethnic minorities
Capital
Port Louis
Currency
Mauritian rupee
Languages spoken
French, Creole, English
Principal industries
Wood, tourism, textile factory, watchmaking, optics
Agriculture
Very important sugar cane farming, tea, fishing
Where to stay?
One of a new generation of luxury hotels, The Prince Maurice, located in the northeast part of the island, reflects the haven of peace that most first-class clients cherish. Surrounded by the turquoise ocean, the Prince Maurice offers you four beaches where you can enjoy swimming. The entire property perfectly blends into the beauty and genuine simplicity of the setting.
Poste de Flacq, Mauritius
Phone + 230 413 91 00; maurice@relaischateaux.com
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