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What do colors of Mauritian flag mean?
The flag of Mauritius has 4 horizontal stripes of different colors. The red stripe (the first stripe from the top) is for freedom; blue one means the Indian Ocean; yellow one has chosen for the sunshine; and, finally, the green stripe is for the agriculture.The actual flag was adopted in 1968 when...
Curepipe, the city of light
Curepipe is a town located in the Plaines Wilhems District. French people used to call it La Ville-Lumière (the City of light) because it is the first city that was electrified. Nowadays Curepipe is a second city on the island and a commercial centre of Mauritius. Also, is located 550m...
Swimming with dolphins in Mauritius
Dolphin therapy is very popular in Mauritius. People come to relax and interact with these incredible creatures. Dolphins are very smart and friendly and so similar to humans! In Mauritius travelers have a unique opportunity to swim with these marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Amazing experience of interacting with big cats
Have you ever seen a big predator so close you could touch it? Explore a magnificent world of lions and cheetahs in Mauritius! In the Mauritius Safari and Bird Park you can spend 15 minutes with these beasts, observe them and even pet. Also, you can have a conversation with their handlers to learn...
Deep sea fishing: fight the monsters!
Deep sea fishing is must-do in Mauritius. Nothing could compare with fighting giant Blue Marlin or Mako sharks. These fishes are enormous. The weight of the mako shark can reach 1115 pounds; it is world fishing record. Do not worry, the boat crew will help you when you hook this monster....
Nature getting closer in Mauritius Safari and Bird Park
It is such a nice place to spend a family day! Mauritius Safari and Bird Park offers incredible views and experience. In the Bird park, you will find more than 150 species from five continents. Your children would love to visit a Petting farm where it is possible to pet a real baby deer, a...
Souvenirs of Mauritius
We all are familiar with the pleasure of buying souvenirs to remember the best moments of the holiday. Do not forget to bring something from the journey to Mauritius! You can find a great number of souvenirs at the central market in Port Louis. The Craft market at Le Caudan waterfront complex is...
The best season to visit Mauritius
When you decide where to go you certainly have to know when you should go to enjoy the best weather for you. In Mauritius, the hottest month is February. The temperature rises up to 28C. So if you prefer relax when it is cooler you should choose summer months: June, July and August. The island is...
The giant statue of the Lord Shiva
The bronze Lord Shiva is the highest statue in Mauritius. The 33-metres-tall Hindu god is a guard of Ganga Talao, a crater lake in Savanne. It is a faithful copy of the Shiva statue in India and also known as Mangal Mahadev.Next to the statue you can find a temple which is considered as the most...
People of Mauritius
What is a real treasure of every country? People of Mauritius are not like citizens of other exotic countries. They do not hide from cameras; they do not try to cheat you. Vacation on Mauritius could become a genuine pleasure for seekers of good shots and real life lovers. Mauritian people are...