The Island of Mauritius is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating vacation destinations in Africa. Mostly renowned for its tropical beauty and sandy beaches, Mauritius also offers a cultural travel experience sometimes easily overlooked. The traditions, religion, and culture of Mauritius borrows from the many immigrant populations that have been to the island’s shores in different periods of Mauritius history. Today, the culture of this Island is a beautiful amalgam of several cultures.
The unique cultural mix in Mauritius is composed of Indians, Europeans, Chinese, Africans and other inhabitants who all have their own cultural celebrations and religious festivals. In deed many of these customs have been around for more than four centuries.
Discovering Mauritius can be a journey into one of the most fascinating ancestral traditions. The rich cultural diversity is found in every aspect of Mauritius. Churches can be found next to mosques or Hindu temples next to Chinese pagodas and this co-existence is what makes Mauritius an interesting travel destination.
The cuisine of Mauritius island is yet another manifestation of it’s rich cultural heritage. The cuisine combines both western foods from the colonial past of the island and oriental foods brought in by Indian and Chinese migrants. This is in addition to other several foods unique to Mauritius.
The depth of Mauritius culture also manifests in the island’s unique folklore and dance. During your travel to Mauritius, you may also enjoy watching Chinese traditional dragon and lion dances, as well as sophisticated Indian dances.
Mauritius is home to a huge array of wildlife and bird life, including some brilliantly hued birds that you can admire at the game parks. Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius is a great place to relax in and so is the neighboring town of Mahebourg. If you are looking for a place with some bit of action, you can tour Mount Limon and Mount Malartic – ideal for hiking. It is also rewarding to visit the area around Port Mathurin, good for coastal hiking, Rodrigues for best diving opportunities, and Caverne Patate for caving.
To travel to Mauritius, visitors need an entry visa. However American (USA) nationals, as well as Japan, EU, and commonwealth countries citizens are exempted from this visa requirement. It is nevertheless advisable to get the latest visa requirement information before traveling to the island. Several shipping lines and international airlines connect Mauritius with the rest of the world. Shipping services are also available between Mauritius and Reunion islands. Information on these services is available from the Mauritius Shipping corporation in Port Louis.
Air Mauritius, the national carrier,operates daily flights to Rodrigues Island. There are several tour operators and car rental agencies as well as buses and taxis. Buses are slow moving while taxis, though easily available, are expensive, especially after dark. You are advised to negotiate the fares before starting. Boats can also be rented in Mauritius at major tourist hotspots.
The best period to go on luxury holiday in Mauritius is from July to September, when both the temperatures and humidity are lower. The time between January and April experiences tropical rain, and is therefore suitable when you plan to spend most of the time indoors in a romantic vacation.
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