There are beaches with the best white and golden sands, crystal clear waters, blue lagoons, green forests, volcanic mountains, craters and waterfalls. The island 900 km east of Madagascar will immediately amaze you with its diversity. You can even see seven colors in the lava sand. This is why Mauritius is often referred to as the country with seven colors.
What the colonialists gave to Mauritius
The island has been colonized for centuries. In 1992, it became an independent republic. Three major European states were imprinted in his character. The first country, the Netherlands, gave him his name. Its inhabitants settled there at the end of the 17th century. At the beginning of the 18th century, the French cut down most of the black and mahogany trees, turning dense forests into barren plains. Then they started growing sugar cane. During the Napoleonic Wars, the British invaded the country.
Tolerance as the basis of harmony
The colonization and cultivation of sugar cane is associated with a long history of slavery. Cheap labor was supplied to the country from Africa and India. The island has retained its multicultural character to this day. Among the residents, you will hear mainly Creole, a mixture of French, Portuguese, Spanish and many other languages. You can speak French or English. Everything works in perfect harmony, Mauritius ranks among the first places with the lowest crime in the world.
Animals in nature and on a plate
Lovers of the underwater world are invited to plunge into the coral reef lining the entire island. At the same time, the rare underwater hull serves as protection from sharks. In the Casela Bird Park you can see more than 140 species of colorful birds from five continents of the world. You will also encounter a rarity of Mauritius, the pink pigeon. Do you want to see crocodiles? If so, visit La Vanille Crocodile Nature Park. The crocodile Farm restaurant will be happy to prepare an exquisite menu.
Plants for eyes, for food and drink
"God first created Mauritius, and then a copy of it, paradise," Mark Twain wrote about this picturesque island. The underwater world and unique fauna are complemented by unique flora. National Botanical Garden named after Sir Sivusagur Ramgoolam has an extensive collection of palm trees, water lilies and exotic plants. There is also the Talipot palm, which blooms once every 60 years and then dies. In the garden you will also find other rarities - a collection of huge Victoria Regia water lilies, a 200-year-old Buddha tree and a tree with cruciform leaves. The island is also rich in fruits. You can try up to 15 types of mango! https://escortparis24.com/districts/13e-arr-des-gobelins/