Mauritius has been successful as an exotic beach destination location. With beach destinations so plentiful, this has not been maintained by Hype simple, but there is substance to this allegation. Visitors are drawn to Mauritius by the reputation of its 140 km long white sandy beaches, and excellent opportunities for water sports. Swimming, beach combing, sailing, surfing, kayaking, diving and deep sea fishing - a sport for almost everyone.
Arab tradersThen they discovered the uninhabited island in the 10th Century. But they were not sufficient to consider a permanent settlement happy. The Portuguese in the sixteenth century landed, but they are about the opportunity to claim for their king. But in 1598 the Dutch finally seized the opportunity. The island was captured and named Maurice, Prince of Orange and Count of Nassau-then ruler of the Netherlands.
In the century that followed the Dutch established settlementsdeveloped and means to live life in the countryside. They introduced sugar and tobacco, which are run by African slaves. Sugar is still an important part of the economy. The Dutch were insensitive to the extremely fragile ecosystem that is an island like Mauritius. On their watch, most of the forests of the islands were 'killed, and lost. The bird known as dodo was also shot to extinction. Therefore, the trigger-happy Dutch give life to the expression "dead as aDodo. "
The Dutch courage that had made them pioneers was however not to last. Were too many tests that expose the forces of nature - cyclones, droughts and floods. And by the forces of man, for pirates were constant headaches. In 1710 he fled to friendly Cape of Good Hope at the southern end of Africa. A short five years after the Dutch left, the Frenchman claimed the island and renamed it Isle de France.
The French were much more successful thanthe Dutch to exploit the potential of the island. They kept law and order and laid the foundation stone for the management of the Company. Among the famous French Governor de Labourdonnais, began building the nation's real Mahé. The French had more African slaves and expanded cultivation of sugar. He also presented some social and economic infrastructure to support the settlers. Port Louis, named after King Louis XV and is now the capital of Mauritius comes from,at this time.
Although the French had introduced systems of law and order, Port Louis turned out, a favorite of pirates. Corsairs were mercenary marine who specializes in the plunder of ships on behalf of a client country. The English, a great naval power at that time had a clear interest in putting an end to the violence of these mercenaries. And that is how Mauritius, so far from Europe, was involved in the Napoleonic wars. In 1810, the British backed by superior forces ofOf arms, persuaded the French to leave the island.
In 1814 the Treaty of Paris, the British - magnanimous victors indeed, in French settlers could remain Mauritius. They too were allowed to keep their property, language, religion, law. The British returned the island had given the Dutch name, but Port Louis retained its name. But in the half century that the British ruled, were in fact French was on the ground than everwere.
Franco-Mauritians prospered on an agricultural economy based on slave labor. But in 1835, felt the capricious hand of a great power when slavery was abolished. This is perhaps the most important measure carried out under British rule, and the consequences that has had a far-reaching demographic changes on the nation. India, a British colony was rich in human resources, the answer to the problem of labor that has arisen. In subsequent years, the descendantsIndian workers who work the sugar fields was multiplied. The Chinese also came as laborers and merchants.
Today Indo-Mauritians constitute almost 70% of the population. As in other colonies in that historic period, and until 1930 in Mauritius, non-whites had very limited say in the leadership of the country. Which is why Gandhi - that great liberator of the human spirit, came to Mauritius in 1901, especially our hearts, to give the Indo-Mauritians. After years ofprotracted concessions to democratic rule, the British finally folded in 1968, when finally granted independence.
The events discussed above are still very young. About eight million years ago the island from the depths of the ocean due to volcanic activity. Located 1,860 km ², is just above the Tropic of Capricorn, located 890 km east of Madagascar. Rising out of the sea, is the formation central plateau about 400 m above sea level. There are mountainsscattered on the island, and some advice, the highest of which reaches 820 m.
As a country includes the islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues Agalega that Cargados Carajos and some smaller islands mostly uninhabited. Mauritius is almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs that presumably the worlds third largest. Both the Dutch and the French were extremely reckless in order
uncontrolled invasion of indigenous forests. Today is less than 2% of these forests remain.Many of the approximately 700 species of native plants are endangered. state by the end of 1970, during a belated but systematic effort to preserve the island's flora.
Wildlife face similar dangers. First, migration animal was in this remote island by air or sea only very limited diversity of species. Animals found include reptiles Dutch out-of-size and flightless birds. But apart from bats, there wasThe mammals and amphibians, no. Animals on board ships by man are monkeys and rats did - thanks to the Portuguese, while the Dutch take credit for deer and wild boar. Some of these animals threaten to choke the life of native species - they eat their eggs, and even their children.
Mauritius is not all bad news for nature lovers'-there are many birds and marine life is abundant. However, echo some of the endemic bird species, such as Mauritius kestrel, and Parakeetpink pigeon number not more than a few hundred. These increases are now under some sort of breeding program, hoping that their numbers.
The island has a sea area of over 1,000 species of marine life, fish, shells and mollusks, in numbers beyond count. The spectacular way to explore the spectacular underwater world is onboard a submarine. The subcommittee also allows you to see some remnants of the Dutch period.
You can swim at various places at beaches,Lagoons and bays. The beaches are the best in the north, where there are other good sites in the southwest and west near Flic en Flac. The west coast offers good sites for surfing at Tamarin, and diving at Flic en Flac. At Grand Bay Beach, you get shops, discos, bars and restaurants and the opportunity to interact with the local population. Moreover, swimming, surfing, sailing and fishing is good. From here you can also take a boat trip to the islands in the north.
Ininterior of the islands', there are good opportunities for hiking and trekking. Black River Gorges National Park has excellent walks, and at the same time you can see some endemic plants and birds. The Reserve forrest Macchabée and Rivière Noire National Park are also good for hiking up. In addition, captive breeding, the number of threatened bird species endemic to Mauritius, is going on here. For hikers, it will do well on the plateau at Curepipe and the islandRodrigues.
The Royal Botanical Gardens of Pamplemousses are very popular among visitors. The gardens date back to 1735, more than the French. Here you will find an extensive collection of exotic and indigenous plants in an excellent environment to see. Are among the most remarkable specimens of the giant Victoria Regia water lilies, whose origins in the Amazon and the flower palm talipot known whether all the 60 years before he died. The Casela Bird Park, you can see some of the 140 birdsSpecies, including the rare Mauritian pink pigeon. Some of these excursions are included in the Mauritius tour packages offered by different manufacturers.
Mauritius offers some golf courses and guests are always to be aware. There are at least three hotels with golf courses and five 18-hole golf courses with 9 holes. L'Ile aux Cerfs course, which is on their little island, is the most spectacular. For honeymooners, the island is very welcoming. Almost all hotels provide ahoneymoon special package. As a non-resident, you can easily tie the knot here. But a few formalities must be completed with the authorities; sure to meet prior to arrival.
Mauritius is situated in the cultural crossroads of Europe, Africa and Asia. The Dutch, French, African, Indian, Chinese and British came under one pretext or another and have today influenced the character and cultural life of the island. Although the island is closest to Africa geographically, culturally it is much morecloser to Asia.
The major ethnic groups are Indo-Mauritians are required to provide two-thirds of the nations 1.2 million people followed by about Creoles - Afro-Mauritians, the little more than a quarter of the population. Franco-Mauritians and peoples of Chinese origin to about 5% of the population to make the connection. Although English is the official language, French, Creole, Bhojpuri and Urdu disseminated. Religion is another factor defining the people of the island,Hinduism (51%), Christianity (30%) and Islam (17%) of lead.
The kitchen island reflects the diversity of its people. French, Creole, Chinese and Indian foods - with local variations are all here. Wherever you move, you are more likely to be unable to watch or even dance the Sega. This dance was energetic and erotic Creole origins in the cane fields was in the days when African workers in captivity. You can also lucky, one of the many festivals celebrated encounterin this multicultural country. Only the most frequently traveled, however, prepared for the Cavada. On this Tamil festival, penitents Pierce their bodies, tongues and cheeks, while some march on shoes nails.
Tourism is a major pillar of the economy of Mauritius. Most visitors from South Africa, Germany, France, Australia and Great Britain come. Hotels
Mauritius are many, ranging from five star luxury, only those with basic equipment. Budget stay comes inThe form of bungalows, houses and apartments with kitchenettes. The period from June to September and around Christmas is the season and if you plan on traveling, you book your vacation in advance is recommended. Mauritius is still relatively affordable, although there was talk of turning to a seaside market.
Mauritius is a destination all year round. The best time to visit, however, are the periods April to June and September to November. These are the months in whichThe less rain and temperatures are moderate. January to April is hottest, and daytime temperatures can reach 35 ° C temperatures tend to be lower because, far from the coast. The main rains occur from December to April, when rains are light-years. November to February, with most hurricanes are expected. But undeterred, and the possibility of meeting cyclones are not very high, and is estimated to hit the island about once every 15 years.
If you are very concernedon water sports, make sure that diving is best December to March, and surfing between June and August. are for Big Game Fishing, from October to April. You should be with light clothing suitable for tropical weather is nice. But you need warm clothing for the evenings of winter months and south, between July and September. Whatever the season of travel, but with some rain. During the summer months from November to April, you should bring sunglasses, sunscreen and hatsSunscreen.
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