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14 Interesting Facts to Know About Mauritius

“Mauritius was made first and then heaven; and that heaven was copied after Mauritius”

This is the most appropriate line that can be used for Mauritius. If it is about the most beautiful world in this universe then Mauritius is the right place. You can’t get a better world than this and I bet you can’t find a more beautiful place than this. If you are planning a trip and looking out for a complete destination that can serve you with numerous fun options, then without a doubt it is Mauritius.

Mauritius Beach Flic en Flac

If anyone of you is looking for a perfect beach destination then we can look forward to the beautiful land in Mauritius i.e. Flic en Flac. It is an amazing place that means free and flat land. It is an outstanding holiday destination where people literally crave to go out.

Let’s just count on some of the facts about this gem place that holds the mix of sparkling water, gloomy white beaches, and the attraction of tourists that count on the eyes.

Flic en Flac Beach

The Republic of Mauritius encompasses the islands of Rodrigues, Agalega, St. Brandon, and two more disputed territories that together make a complete island of Mauritius. The islands were formed relatively 9 million years ago.

You can opt for car hire at Mauritius airport through which you can look around the whole island even the hidden parts that might not be easy to reach with other traveling options.

The complete island of Mauritius is just 2040 km2 in area, making it the world’s 170th largest nation. In fact, the island is just 45 km wide and 65 km long.

Quite a good stretch it is covered in greenery, white sand, turquoise blue water, and the beautiful coral reefs with numerous water creatures.

This land is basically ruled by the French East India Company where sugar plantations prospered. They have been the main contributors to the economy. In the whole trading, Mauritius has been the important spot.

More than 1.2 million people exist on these islands foremost to a high population solidity. There are more women than men on the island, prominent to a very healthy gender ratio. This is an amazing thing you can count on.

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa

The literacy rate is good with approximately 90% of the population being literate and the life expectancy rate is comparatively high at 75 years.

Mauritius Culture

Hinduism is the dominant religion in Mauritius and in fact, it is the only African nation with Hindus as the majority.

It is a rich and multi-ethnic cultural land that gives the locals and the tourists to enjoy any festival they wish for. There are numerous festivals they can enjoy of any religion they wish for. No discrimination and injustice anywhere.

English and French are the main speaking languages of the island whereas there is a number of other languages as well. This land is richly diversified and has a unique concept of language sharing.

Mauritius is one of the most popular destinations that have music and dance the origin with population. People never lose a step on the ground while dancing.

Maurititan Sega

In fact who would believe that Bhojpuri will be the main language spoken by quite a good size of Mauritians here! Bhojpuri people are widely seen speaking the language and enjoying the music.

Mauritius’ national flag is also mentioned as the Four Bands owed to the four colored stripes each with its connotation – Red represents the bloodshed for abolishing slavery and achieving independence, Blue represents the vast and mighty Indian Ocean adjacent to Mauritius, Yellow represents the bright and outstanding future ahead, and Green represents the lush green vegetation on the island.

The Public transport over here is free for the students and the people with disabilities and for the senior citizens as well. There could be nothing better than this.

Enjoy Mauritius – the most popular tourist destination with no worries!

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Martin Wynn

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