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  Friday 19 march 2010
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Mauritius Island

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Le Morne Mountain is added on to the UNESCO's World Heritage list

On July 8, 2008, 19 cultural sites and 8 natural sites were added to the List of the UNESCO’s World Heritage, such the famous ‘’Le Morne Brabant’’ Mountain. Zoom on the world heritage work and the new prizes winner…


Lakaz Chamarel: back to the roots

Nestled high up above the western coast, Lakaz Chamarel offers a unique journey to visitors, between the Indian Ocean and the mountain ranges. The eleven rooms, which blend perfectly into the environment, offer a true return to the roots. They all have an open air bathrooms and the three suites of the estate have a private swimming pool overlooking the valley.


Domaine Les Pailles, an enchanting scenery

The Domaine Les Pailles, well known for both its four gourmet restaurants and its international conference centre, offers breathtaking sceneries to transient visitors. In order to make the most of these landscapes, there is nothing like a train ride across the estate. A guided tour...


Enjoying sunset at La Preneuse

The sunset from the beach of la Preneuse invites both locals and tourists to spend a magical time within a fairyland.


Enjoy a drive along the road to the south

The road along the south coast of the island stretches over twenty kilometers past beaches and sublime sceneries. One can relax and swim.


The discreet charm of the Rochester Falls

One of the most mysterious sites that is less known in Mauritius is concealed between Souillac and Saint-Aubin.  Discover the discreet and peaceful charms of the Rochester Falls.   


Crazy about crocos!

« La Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes » deserves to be proud of its exceptional batch of tortoises. It can also boast about its vast collection of insects. However, the crocodiles steal the limelight from the flora and fauna of the park. They are everywhere, even in the kitchen.


Fishing at ''La Ferme''

Fishermen who come to La Ferme’s lake to enjoy a pleasant moment are never disappointed. 


Enjoy a stroll past the Chamarel

The assets of the Chamarel Park are made up of a "romantic" waterfall, a devious soil and a peaceful nature.


On the peaks of the Black River Gorges

The "viewpoint" of the national park of the Black River Gorges does not offer extravagant landscapes, but they are, nonetheless, splendid. 


Environment in Mauritius

Natural environments are the key players to the island's natural balance. Mountains, forests and lagoons preserve this essential balance. Following on from here are several useful and essential pieces of information regarding environmental protection.


Beaches in Mauritius

Secluded in the middle of the Indian Ocean, this small corner of paradise is encircled by lagoons. The blue monochrome illustrates the crystalline sea bed. One easily allows oneself to be swept away by the restful atmosphere that reigns along the bays lined with palm trees and casuarinas.


The essential sites

Who comes to Mauritius and stays within their hotel vicinity? Some people do, if relaxation and laziness are the sole aims of their holiday. However, it would be a pity to miss out on the natural outdoor beauty of this tropical island.


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Golf in Mauritius
Golf in Mauritius



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Activities in Mauritius

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