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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 Cu... Read more
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 sunshi... Read more
Food in Mauritius - the mix of traditions
In Mauritius, it is possible to try French, British, Chinese, African, Creole and Indian cuisine. Be ready to try all of them in one plate. Mauritian food is spicy and local people prefer to add c... Read more
What to wear in Mauritius?
The tropical climate of Mauritius allows tourists to wear beach clothes so do not bring warm jackets or trousers. You should put in your suitcase a couple of light woollen things for cool nights, ... Read more
LUX* Réunion
Overview Located on a lush volcanic island, LUX* Ile de La Réunion presents a glistening beach by day and the shimmering Saint-Gilles lagoon by night. Gardens scattered with charming Creole vi... Read more
Nature Gallery was open in Port Louis
Mauritius Museums Council launched an exhibition at the Natural History Museum located in Port Louis. Minister of Arts and Culture took part in the ceremony of inauguration. He said the museum w... Read more
Mauritius signs a BASA with The Netherlands
This week Mauritius and The Netherlands have signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement and a MoU ( Memorandum of Understanding). According to the BASA, each party provides 7 weekly flights with passen... Read more
Maha Shivratree
Maha Shivratri is a Hindu festival celebrated every year in reverence of Lord Shiva (also known as Mahadeva, Mahesh). Maha Shivratri means the Great Night of Lord Shiva and it is celebrated in... Read more