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Location

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Mauritius History

The island group was uninhabited until the 16th century, when it was occupied by a small Dutch force that named it after Prince Maurice ...

The Dodo

The dodo (Raphus cucullatus) was a flightless bird endemic to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius. Related to pigeons and doves, it stood about a meter tall, weighing about 20 kilograms (44 lb), livi...

Mauritius Country Info

Situated in the Indian Ocean, the volcanic island of Mauritius is exotic in its history, remoteness, diverse ethnic people and its reef-fringed beauty. Without a doubt a firm favourite for lovers of s...

Port Louis - Capital Of Mauritius

Port Louis , the Capital of Mauritius, was founded by the French Governor, Mahe de Labourdonnais in 1735 . Situated on the west coast, pro...

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The North - First tourism hub of Mauritius

The North offers the advantage of fine beaches, a great range of accommodation and restaurants, water sports facilities, great shopping ... Read more...

Places to visit in Mauritius

There are a number of places to visit during your stay on the island. Apart from the many beach resorts with their sandy white beaches and blue lagoon,

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The Racing Industry History

Soon after the conquest of the island by the British in 1810, British Army Colonel, Edward Alured Draper, arrived in Mauritius which had...

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