| Mauritius is a tiny
island in the Arabian Sea, close to the Indian
Peninsula. Just 45 kilometers wide and 65
kilometers long, Mauritius will enchant you,
will uplift your soul, making you feel that
you belong to the chosen few. Every visitor
enjoys personal attention. Every encounter
is an opportunity to discover a friendly face.
Behind each smile lies the promise of a unique
holiday. The contrast of a multitude of colours
and tastes, the island, set in its turquoise
sea, is an oasis of peace and tranquillity.
Mauritius, a melting pot where past and present
are smoothly blended together, offers an essential
beauty that will compel to return to its shores
time and time again.
How to Reach
Many private and public carriers operate
weekly flights connecting Mauritius to major
European cities. The national carrier, Air
Mauritius, operates 30 weekly flights to
European cities, while Air France, Emirates
and British Airways operate weekly flights
from London, Paris and the Middle Eastern
Gulf Countries.
Location: Mauritius lies 2000 kilometers
away from the southeastern coast of Africa,
and in the Indian Ocean, 4700 kilometers
from India.
Capital: Port Louis
Language: English, French, Mauritian
Creole
Climate: Pleasant throughout the
year. The winter evenings from June to September
can be slightly cold.
Currency: Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
$ 1 US DOLLAR = MUR 33.63 approx. (subject
to change as per the daily exchange rate)
1 MUR = INR 1.32 approx. (subject to change
as per the daily exchange rate)
Country Code: 230
Activities: Deep sea fishing, scuba
diving, windsurfing, parasailing, shopping,
golf, spa, etc
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