Mauritius Island
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Exceptional sites - The southern coast
"Le Gris Gris" and "La roche qui pleure" are located to the east of Souillac whereas "Le Souffleur" is to be found to the south of Mahébourg, towards Souillac. These sites are even more spectacular when the waves crash against the rocks...
The cliff of Gris Gris (to the east of Souillac)
Gris Gris is distinguishable thanks to its high volcanic cliffs onto which huge waves crash against the rocks. It also offers a magnificent view over the ocean. Ideal for coastal walks, the usually secluded public beach of Gris Gris is located at the bottom of the cliffs and can be reached by following the steps that lead downwards. Although the sea is rough, one can sometimes see fishermen putting out their lobster pots there ...
La Roche qui pleure
One can reach La Roche qui Pleure by following a path along the top of a cliff: it is a rock about ten meters high (surrounded by water), at the foot of which huge rollers break against the cracks in the rock face, before gently falling back into the ocean, like huge tears. From this incredible site, one can enjoy what is undoubtedly the most beautiful panorama of the southern coast...
Le souffleur
Le Souffleur looks like a natural chimney (of basaltic rock), formed by the erosion of the ocean crashing against the rocks. It's true that the sea in Mauritius is far from rough for most of the year. However, this spot remains one of the essential tourist sites of the island.
