Mauritius, [a] officially the Republic of Mauritius, [b] is an island country in the Indian Ocean, about 2,000 kilometres (1,100 nautical miles) off the southeastern coast of East Africa, east of Madagascar. It includes the main island (also called Mauritius), as well as Rodrigues, Agaléga, and St. Brandon (Cargados Carajos shoals).

4 days ago · Mauritius is an island country, part of the Mascarene Islands, off the eastern coast of Africa. Port Louis is its national capital. Learn more about Mauritius here, including maps and a survey of its people, economy, and government.

Mauritius is a tropical paradise with tons to do and some of the most beautiful landscapes on the planet. Of course, this Indian Ocean island nation is known for its gorgeous beaches, waterfalls, lagoons, and mountain views.

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Jan 8, 2022 · As well as the beaches, you can dive into Mauritius' intriguing historical back-story, unique conservation success stories and sizzling hot culinary experiences. A stunning lagoon surrounds Mauritius, and these shallow waters are beautifully picturesque in their own right and offer spectacular diving at the reefs on the lagoon rim.

Jan 15, 2025 · A survey of the notable events and people in the history of Mauritius, an island country in the Indian Ocean, located off the eastern coast of Africa.

Mauritius, the island in the Indian Ocean, offers an amazing visitor attraction, an underwater waterfall. The stunning natural phenomenon is a spectacular illusion only to be seen from the air. The mountain to the left is Le Morne Brabant, the center of …

Dec 29, 2024 · Mauritius gained independence from the UK in 1968 as a Parliamentary Republic and has remained a stable democracy with regular free elections and a positive human rights …

Oct 9, 2024 · Mauritius is a stable and prosperous Indian Ocean archipelago. Once dependent on sugar exports, the island has built up a strong outsourcing and financial services sector, as well as an...

Sep 17, 2024 · Mauritius Island, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean, is famed for its turquoise lagoons, pristine beaches lined with palms, and vibrant coral reefs.