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Mauritius: 12th freest economy in the world , 1st in Africa

Mauritius’s economic freedom score is 76.3, making its economy the 12th freest in the 2010 Index. Its overall score is 2 points better than last year, reflecting major improvements in freedom from corruption and labour freedom.

Mauritius is ranked 1st out of 46 countries in the Sub-Saharan African region, and its overall score is well above the world average.

These are the conclusions of the Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street Journal in the 2010 Index of Economic Freedom.

The report says that despite the global economic turmoil, Mauritius’s economy has shown a considerable degree of resilience, and an environment already conducive to dynamic entrepreneurial activity has moved further toward economic freedom.

"The island’s institutional advantages are noticeable. A transparent and well-defined investment code and legal system have made the foreign investment climate in Mauritius one of the best in the region. Taxation is competitive and efficient. The economy is increasingly diversified, with significant private-sector activity in sugar, tourism, economic processing zones, and financial services, particularly in offshore enterprises" indicates the report.

Although state monopolies exist, Mauritius has improved its management of public spending. The judiciary, independent of politics and relatively free of corruption, provides strong protection of property rights.

Ten Economic Freedoms of Mauritius
82.2 Business Freedom – Avg 64.6
85.0 Investment Freedom – Avg 49.0
85.6 Trade Freedom – Avg. 74.2
70.0 Financial Freedom – Avg 48.5
92.5 Fiscal Freedom – Avg. 75.4
60.0 Property Rights – Avg 43.8
83.4 Government Spending – Avg. 65.0
55.0 Fdm. from Corruption – Avg 40.5
71.2 Monetary Freedom – Avg. 70.6
78.5 Labor Freedom – Avg 62.1

Mauritius marks 175th anniversary of abolition of slavery

The Mauritian president, Sir Anerood Jugnauth, on Monday in Le Morne, south-west of the island, presided over the ceremony marking the 175th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in Mauritius and expressed regret that slavery still exists in other forms which future generations will face.

Mr Jugnauth cited two forms of slavery - the one carried out by employers who do not respect employees' rights, which he described as a modern form of slavery, a nd the other which refers to social blights such as drugs which affects young men.

'I ask all employers to respect workers' rights. I also ask populations to make efforts to fight the social blights and for heavier sentences to fight those blights,' the Mauritian president said.

The Mauritian Prime Minister, Navin Ramgoolam, said many slaves preferred death to servitude.

He said the slaves developed the Creole language which Mauritians were speaking today whatever their ancestral origins.

'The Creole language belongs to all of us; it is our common heritage. The government is working to make it an optional language in primary schools,' he said.

1 February is a holiday in Mauritius in the memory of the slaves who died on the island.

The president of Mozambique, Joachim Chissano, was the guest of honour for the ceremony.

Mauritius President visits Symbiosis International University

Mauritius President visits Symbiosis International University. First Lady of Mauritius Sarojni Jugnauth, Dr. S. B. Mujumdar, President and Founder Director of Symbiosis, President of The Republic of Mauritius H.E. Rt. Hon. Sir Anerood Jugnauth G.C.S.K., K.C.M.G, QC Mrs., Sanjeevani Mujumdar, Hon. Director, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Museum and Memorial, Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Principal Director, Symbiosis

The President of The Republic of Mauritius H.E. Rt. Hon. Sir Anerood Jugnauth G.C.S.K., K.C.M.G, QC, visited Symbiosis along with the first Lady Sarojni Jugnauth, the High Commission of Mauritius to India H. E. Mr. Mukeshwar. Choonee on 16 December 2009.

The President and the delegation first visited the Symbiosis Afro-Asian Museum and Symbiosis Society’s Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Museum and Memorial. Hon. President and the delegation paid homage to the statue of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedker.

In the afternoon session he visited the Symbiosis International University campus at lavale wherein he had interaction with the students of Symbiosis and spoke about development of Mauritius. He urged students to believe in willpower and inculcate discipline and hard work to reach to their goal. On this occasion Dr. S. B. Mujumdar, President and Founder Director of Symbiosis, H. E. Mr. Mukeshwar Choonee, High Commission of Mauritius to India, Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Principal Director, Symbiosis, Mrs. Sanjeevani Mujumdar, Hon. Director, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Museum and Memorial and Dr. M. S. Raste, Vice Chancellor, Symbiosis International University were present on the dais.

In the evening session he interacted with Mauritian students which was followed by cultural program by the international students.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) is the leading university in India. The admission to Symbiosis International University are through SNAP test conducted by the university.

Mauritius receives award at London’s World Travel

On the opening day of London's World Travel Market, Vice Prime Minister Xavier Duval received an award from leading trade magazine, Selling Long Haul, naming Mauritius the number one "Long Haul Destination for Weddings, Honeymoons & Couples".

Travel agents specialized in long haul travel voted across the UK, with Mauritius beating stiff competition from all other markets such as Antigua, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and St Lucia. The UK market remains one of the most important outbound markets for Mauritius.

Read more on the Mauritius Tourism Promotion authority website

Local artists get chance for residency in Mauritius

Over the years, a number of artists have been taking residency at Thapong Visual Art Centre but now local artists have a chance to apply for residency in Mauritius at the invitation of pARTage.

Application for pARTage residency is open to dynamic individuals from Africa who mainly work in ceramic or fibreglass sculptures.

Interested artists are required to send three images of their works, and motivational letter outlining the reasons for the application and intent. Applicants will also be expected to submit short curriculum vitaes, which should include names, country, line of specialisation, education, and exhibitions undertaken. Names and e-mails addresses of two referees are also a requirement. The six-week residency will start on March 17 to April 23, 2010.

Selected artists will be provided with self-catering accommodation, stipend for food and inland transport, and some basic materials. Artists will however not receive any kind of payment for their participation in the residency, and selected artists will be expected to pay for their own airfares.

Artists can apply to ArtMoves Africa (AMA), which supports travel for African artists.
Selected artists can choose to work alone during the residency or collaborate with each other.

pARTage's art residency programme aims to support artists in the development of their artistic practices and ideas, offering them an opportunity to live and work on the Indian Ocean Island country. The residency, according to the organisers, will act as a stimulus to bring a small panorama of contemporary new media used in art making, while also facilitating cultural exchange and creative dialogue in an attempt to solidify the existing international artistic network that pARTage, a recognised association of Mauritian artists, has tasked itself to build through the Triangle Arts Trust network. Applications for residency can be sent by post to pARTage Association, C/o Krishna Luchoomun.

Mauritius Core Inflation Slowed in December, Agency Says

Mauritius’s so-called core inflation measure slowed in December, the national statistics agency said on its Web site today.

Core 1 inflation slowed to an annual 2.4 percent from 2.7 percent in November while Core 2 inflation slowed to 3.8 percent from 4.1 percent.

Core 1 excludes food, beverages and tobacco while core 2 excludes those goods as well as mortgage payments, energy prices and administered prices.

Paradisiac Mauritius Hosts Fun Regatta

La Regatta Mauritius is a unique international regatta being held in traditional Mauritian wooden boats called "Pirogues". The annual event is taking place this weekend in the legendary bay of Mahebourg (southeast of Mauritius) which shelters one of the most beautiful lagoons of the Island. This interactive and original event is made for travelers passionately fond of sailing and sea adventures as well as travelers eager for discovery and new sensations. This exciting challenge will attract members of boat and sailing clubs companies (team building, original incentive trips, rewards, products launch and advertising) and groups of friends. The teams are made up of 5 to 7 people, assisted by 2 Mauritian skippers on 4 different regattas to qualify for the final and to win the trophy of La Regatta.

The "pirogue" used during the competition is a traditional boat for fishermen in Mauritius. Manufactured out of Black Wood, it measures between 19 and 23 feet. (Pirogues of the Regatta, are lighter and more pointed than those used for traditional fishing). The middle mast is made of Takamaka wood, a pan tropical tree that can reach 90 feet. Moreover, the yard that tightens the sail is in bamboo. A pirogue can take up to ten people. Each team which participates in la Regatta Mauritius will receive a sail manufactured according to specific norms and on which its logo will be printed on a large scale. The sail will equip the team’s boat during the regattas. It is of course possible for participants to purchase several sails. In addition, several organizations will be promoting environmental awareness with workshops and activities on the beach during the event.

The island of Mauritius (French: île Maurice) was known by Arab and Austronesian sailors as early as the 10th century. Portuguese sailors first visited it in 1507 and established a visiting base, leaving the island uninhabited. Three ships of the eight Dutch Second Fleet that were sent to the Spice Islands were blown off course during a cyclone and landed on the island in 1598, naming it in honor of Prince Maurice of Nassau, the ruler of the Netherlands. In 1638, the Dutch established the first permanent settlement. Because of tough climatic conditions including cyclones and the deterioration of the settlement, the Dutch abandoned the island some decades later. France, which already controlled the neighboring Île Bourbon (now Réunion) seized Mauritius in 1715 and later renamed it Île de France (Isle of France). Under French rule, the island developed a prosperous economy based on sugar production. In the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815) the British set out to gain control of the island. Despite winning the Battle of Grand Port, Napoleon's only naval victory over the British, the French surrendered to a British invasion at Cap Malheureux three months later.

They formally surrendered on 3 December 1810, on terms allowing settlers to keep their land and property and to use the French language and law of France in criminal and civil matters. Under British rule, the island's name reverted to the original Mauritius. (from laregatta.com)

Mauritius is best-governed country in African region

Mauritius has been adjudged as the best governed country in the African region, while the war-ravaged Somalia comes at the bottom according to a latest index on governance in Africa.

While it topped the list in governance, Mauritius was beaten to the second place in the category for safety and rule of law by Cape Verde.

Human development also remained an issue for Mauritius, where it took fourth position while its neighbour Seychelles topped the list among the 53 countries in the Ibrahim Index of African Governance.

Even Libya beat Mauritius in HDI coming third, while Tunisia was second.

While South Africa came in at number five on the overall list after Cape Verde, Seychelles and Botswana, it was found the third best-run country in southern Africa after Mauritius and Botswana.

The Index, published by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, is Africa's leading assessment of governance that informs and empowers its citizens.

It measures the delivery of public goods and services to citizens using four main pillars -- safety and rule of law; participation and human rights, sustainable economic opportunity; and outcomes of governance.

Port Louis , Capital Of Mauritius

Port Louis is the vibrant capital of Mauritius and a very important port city of the Indian Ocean. The city was founded by the French in 1735 as a supply halt for their ships travelling around the Cape of Good Hope. Named after King Louis XV, Port Louis is one of the busiest city of the country and also its financial capital.

The city is dominated by the Citadelle that is situated atop Port-Louis mountain range. Tourists can never get enough of Port Louis. Discovering the city can be an enriching cultural experience. The Chinatown has a fascinating atmosphere and where the Chinese culture had been kept alive. Spicy aromas waft out through the small restaurants, engulfing the whole area, thus lending it a mystic aura. Chinatown is also home to the Jummah Mosque that was built in 1853 and has intricate fabulous teak doors and decorations. Tourists also visit Chinatown to pay their respects to the Père Laval's shrine that is supposed to have healing powers.

Other places of tourist attractions in Mauritius include the Mauritius Natural History Museum that is known for its stuffed replicas of extinct species, especially the dodo. Also rare, exquisite stamps can be viewed at the Mauritius Postal Museum. The Place D'Armes is a good place to starting point for sightseeing and is dotted by original government houses, museums, churches and the most ancient theatre of the Indian Ocean along with the statue of Mahé de Labourdonnais. The hub of the city is undoubtedly the Caudan Waterfront with its swish shops, cinema halls, restaurants, bars and casinos.

Shopping in Port Louis is very much, especially since the country is totally duty-free. The shopping centres reflect the ethnic diversity of Mauritius and some good bargains can be made. The Port Louis Central Bazaar is a great place to shop for Mauritian handicrafts and other such things. Nature lovers can appreciate Port Louis' flora and fauna at the Mauritius Institute that is dedicated to the study of Mauritius's natural beauty.

Port Louis has plenty to offer for the adventurous tourist as well. Hiking through Mt. Limon and Mt. Malartic, spelunking through the Caverne Patate, surfing at Tamarin or diving at Rodrigues are just some of the options. Tourists can also view the splendid horse racing competitions at the Champ de Mars, also called the Hippodrome.

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Things to do in Mauritius

This funky little island has much more to offer than just cocktails on the beach, writes Paul Ash.

It's easy to sit on a Mauritian beach, drinking Phoenix beer or sipping a bottomless cocktail, but that's hardly the point of travelling, is it? You could do that at home for a lot less money, although Mauritius does have the seductive creak and rustle of the palm trees and tropical fever that settles on the skin.

First, a few facts. The former volcanic island — 61km long at its longest and 46km wide at its widest point — is the biggest of the three islands that form the Mascarene Islands, but the state of Mauritius includes tiny Rodrigues, 600km to the northwest, and covers 1.2 million square kilometres of sea territory.

It is geographically diverse. Lowland plains account for almost half its area, there is a central plateau where most of the population live and ringing the plateau are mountains which, although not high, give the island a dramatic feel.

The coastline is 160km long and much of it is fringed by a coral reef protecting the shallow landward lagoon, which is the island's big tourism drawcard. Where the reef is broken — and where ships can make landfall — you will find the island's largest towns, the capital of Port Louis, and the fishing port of Mahébourg.

The reef itself is some of the healthiest coral in the Indian Ocean and it is prized by divers and snorkellers, not to mention legions of tropical fish. Beyond the reef are the denizens of the deep — giant moray eels, barracuda, marlin, sailfish and a lot of sharks.

The island was first settled by the Dutch — they're the ones who killed and ate all the dodos and cut down most of the ebony hardwood forests — and later the French, who named the archipelago Ile de France and planted cane on the lowlands. The British colonised the islands in 1810, shortly before the plantation slaves, who had been restive since the ripples of the French Revolution lapped on the shores of the francophone empire, won their freedom. The British imported half a million indentured labourers from southern India to work the plantations and the 200000 who stayed on have had a profound effect on the culture, religion and life of Mauritius. In 1958, Mauritius was granted independence within the British Commonwealth.

Tourism kicked off in the 1970s with the opening of the Hotel St Geran, and that's why you are here.

1. Dive with morays in the Rempart serpent

The volcanoes that made the island make for exciting underwater topography. The clear, warm water and the long coral reef mean that the island has varied and spectacular dive sites. The famous sites include Coral Gardens (18m), the rock wall at Coin de Mire and Flat Island if you want to see black- tailed sharks. And then there's Rempart Serpent, which is full of moray eels, as well as highly venomous scorpion fish and lionfish.

Even if you're not qualified, strap on a mask, snorkel and a pair of fins, and float out over the reef.

2. Explore Port Louis on foot

Port Louis has all the charm and cliché of a colonial village — red tin roofs, thrusting modern architecture, wide verandahs, narrow streets and a flock of statues and monuments to famous people, landfalls and shipwrecks and lives lost.

For an introduction to the natural forces that shaped the island and its ecology, stop by the Natural History Museum, which occupies the building that once housed the Mauritius Institute, the leading earth science organisation of its day.

Afterwards, immerse yourself in the town's market which covers everything you could possibly desire — or not— from fish and spices to model ships made from the same woods used in the originals.

3. Climb the thumb

“Le Pouce” or The Thumb is one of the island's highest points. Reaching 812m into the sky from sea level, the view from the top is spectacular. The summit is an easy two-hour climb from the village of La Laura.

4. Take a Taxi ride around the island

Two things you should know: there is a road around the island, and taxis are cheap. The four-lane highway that connects the airport to Port Louis and the resorts of the north may have cut travel times but it also cuts a dull path over the island. The beauty of the island can be seen from the coastal road. Hotel reception should be able to arrange a decent driver/guide for you. Remember to agree on the fare in advance, though.

5. Hike the Black River Gorges National Park

The 6794ha park is a sound attempt to reverse the predations and neglect from four centuries of human habitation. Here you will find indigenous plants, birds and wildlife, a stand of the original ebony forest which escaped the Dutch carpenters, and beautiful waterfalls. The Black River Peak trail leads to the island's highest point, Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire. It's easy enough to do on your own — do take warm clothing in case cloud comes down on the summit — but guides are available from Casela Yemen, a former sugar estate and now a 4500ha leisure park close to Black River Gorges.

6. See giant, Man-eating water lilies

Botanists hack a path to the gardens from all over the world, to gaze in wonder at the collection of 500 species of indigenous and exotic plants, including the giant Victoria Amazonica water lilies which don't actually eat men, but can — allegedly — support a grown man's weight.

7. Swim off a classic island beach

This is the one big reason why you'd go at all. Mauritius, of course, is blessed with an abundance of fine beaches, including the famous Troux aux Biches with its casuarinas and the beautiful little cove at Péreybère, between Grand Baie and Cap Malheureux. Troux aux Biches is a public beach and a Mauritian favourite. If you want to meet real people and not just tourists, be here on a weekend.

8. Check out a sugar mill and take a train ride

The Mauritian railway system was torn up in the '50s - a pity for tourism, but there you go - and the only working remnant is on a former sugar estate of Domaine Les Pailles (www.domainelespailles.net). The estate is now a 1 500ha nature park, part of which you can tour by narrow-gauge “cane train”, tour the working sugar mill and stop for a snort of rum at Domaine Les Pailles distillery.

9. Play a round of tropical island golf

Hop in a speedboat at Trou d'eau Douce and head to Ile aux Cerfs for golf. Breathless golfers who've played the course say it is destined to be one of the wonders of the golfing world. Certainly a sea view from each hole will go a long way to numbing the pain caused by bad play. Green fees are about R570 and the visitor's fee is around R1650. For more information on playing golf in Mauritius, visit www.maurinet.com and follow the golfing links.

10. Take an underwater walk in Grand baie

Grand Baie is the island's watersports — and party — capital. Parasailing, kiteboarding, dinghy sailing, submarines, water scooters … it's all there. Plus, there's walking under water in an air-filled helmet. It's a strange way to see the ocean, padding along in a very strange helmet, but the upside is it doesn't require training or even the ability to swim. For 20 minutes or so you walk along the sea floor, looking at coral and fish, breathing air pumped from the surface. It's a moot point as to who gets the bigger thrill - the humans or the fish.

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Mauritius - The perfect place for a perfect holiday

Mauritius is a small island found off the African coast in the South West Indian Ocean. If seen on the map, Mauritius appears like a tiny dot. What Mauritius has to offer goes much beyond its size. When seen from the top, the beauty of the island is at once a striking sight. Perfectly poised amidst the vast ocean, Mauritius reveals its magnificent beaches as well as its mountainous forests. The scintillating water that makes the lagoons of Mauritius would unmistakably tempt one and many for the discovery of a unique aquatic life.

As such, tourists come to Mauritius from various corners of the world in search for a perfect vacation. Mauritius has all the ingredients that it needs for someone to enjoy his well earned holidays. The sea, sun and sand are indeed a present that can be offered at will once in Mauritius . Many people dream of a great holiday but fail to make it to the right place. The unspoilt beaches and lagoons of Mauritius make them the ideal place for a luxury beach holiday. The hotels around the island are specialised in providing tourists with a service that surpasses its price tag. The feeling of relaxation and enjoyment that one will get in Mauritius could well become an unforgettable experience.

Moreover, the tourism sector in Mauritius is one of the few that helps maintain the economy of the island. The tourism sector had been tipped to continue on an ascending trend which is a good sign for Mauritius . More hotels are being built on the island. As a matter of fact, this indicates that Mauritius would be expecting more tourists in the coming years. For tourists, Mauritius would them become a much developed place with more facilities and better enjoyment. That is, in time Mauritius could become the centre for dream holidays.

Furthermore, off the East coast of Mauritius lies the tiny island of Ile aux Cerfs. Ile aux Cerfs boasts to have a stunning golf course of international repute. On the other hand, it as well has one of the best beaches of Mauritius . To put the icing on the cake, numerous water activities are available at Ile aux Cerfs. Some include parasailing and scuba diving among others. Going there could be one of the best things to do while in Mauritius . Some tourists visit Ile aux Cerfs in Catamarans while going to the Grand River North West, which is the biggest and largest river of Mauritius.

Mauritius had been an ancient British colony, so the official language of the island is mainly English. However, French is the language commonly spoken in Mauritius as the native language, ‘Creole' is a derivation of the French language. So, it can therefore be relatively easy for tourists to go shopping or travel all over the island as there would be little or no communication problems at all. Also, within the restaurants and hotels of Mauritius , tourists could be delighted to taste the unique Mauritian cuisine. Experiencing the different cultures and religions can even bring better joy to a great vacation.

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Making your dream vacations come true in Mauritius

If you have been planning a trip to Mauritius, then you are right to have chosen the dream destination for your holidays. In many ways, Mauritius can overjoy you with the things that it can give. The sea, the sun and the sand will undoubtedly catch your eyes while you are in Mauritius. Once in Mauritius, you’ll be able to get into the sea at will, nap on the sand at will and also take your sunbath at will, while sipping a chilled, Mauritian brewed beer.

Staying in Mauritius is easier than ever. You have numerous hotels equipped with all the facilities that you need. Top flight hotels may be a bit expensive but you will notice the difference in class at once. This said, everything is there for you to choose from. If you have come to Mauritius on a budget, then you may choose to stay in a villa instead of a hotel. Staying in a villa will permit you to make consistent savings while allowing you the freedom to spend on other things such as clothes and car rental among others.

Moreover, planning your trip to Mauritius well, can be a very good practice. If you want to save money, you can look out for a travel package. This will be an advantage, especially if you plan to take your whole family on trip to Mauritius. You will then have enough money to spend for your family on holiday activities and shopping. Whether you are on a budget or not, once you are in Mauritius, you could be sure to get a service of quality and also a warm welcome.

Furthermore, if people are looking at the best vacation place, then they should look no further than Mauritius. Mauritius is ideal for the honeymoon couple, alone or for the whole family. In other words, your needs will be fully taken care of in Mauritius. Besides, there are lots of interesting places in Mauritius, worth visiting and spending the money for. The Black River Gorges, the Adventure Park, the 7 Coloured Earth and the Casela Bird Park among many others will let you savour moments of intense jubilation while you are in Mauritius.

For honeymoon couples, Mauritius can be a place of dream with all the ingredients present to make the atmosphere romantic and charming. Dinners for honeymoon couples are organized by hotels on the beach. The place is normally well dressed up to emanate romance, love and character. Wine and Champaign will form part of the dressing up. Candle-light dinner will immortalize the moment into probably the best one of your lifetime. You will be offered the dishes of your choice and at the same time get the opportunity to taste what the Mauritian cuisine is all about.

With a trip to Mauritius, you will undoubtedly live an unforgettable experience. The tropical climate of Mauritius will certainly amaze you and you will not be able to get enough of the sea. Still, Mauritius has much more to offer than you might imagine.

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Ile aux Aigrettes Island, the history

Ile aux Aigrettes, once a forgotten part of Mauritius, eaten by weeds and invaded by rats has now started to regain its resources. This islet of Mauritius had been a land enough to overwhelm anyone by its tremendous beauty. Indigenous plants and various types of birds, now become rare, made Ile aux Aigrettes, a 26 hectares mass of land, a place that discovery could have much coveted.

But during the course of time, Ile aux Aigrettes became the victim of natural catastrophes. The island was caught by weeds which choked off its native plants. Then rats made their apparition and fed on fruits that grew all over this part of Mauritius. Consequently, this greatly affected the ecosystem of the island thus causing an imbalance within all its elements. Plants such as the Ebony could not populate due to rats. Animals, seeing the degradation in their habitat eventually started to disappear. Fortunately, the MWF took the island on lease from the Government of Mauritius with the aim to start a restoration project.

Today, the islet belonging to Mauritius stands like a land reborn. Practically all the elements that once formed the ecosystem of Ile aux Aigrettes may have been gradually reunited. The weeds and rats have as well been eliminated. This can be all due to the efforts done by the professionals of the MWF. During the year 1997, the MWF introduced a nursery on the island for the production of endangered plants. This nursery may now produce around 30,000 plants each year. Most of them may be planted on this part of Mauritius during the rainy seasons. Until now, around 20 endangered species of plants may have been planted on the island. These may also include the most endangered Round Island Bottle Palm and the Round Island Hurricane Palm.

Moreover, many animals that long ago existed on the island may have been reintroduced. As such, during the year 1994, the Pink Pigeon was left on Ile aux Aigrettes to add up to the ecosystem. Nowadays, after much hard work, there may be around 75 Pink Pigeons on the island. The islet of Mauritius, Ile aux Aigrettes, can be considered as the only place in the world where a population of Pink Pigeons can be seen in the wild. Additionally, approximately 200 years in the past, Mauritius had 2 species of endemic tortoises. These became extinct as man exploited Mauritius and hence depleted the whole reserve of these animals. So, in the year 2000, around 18 Giant Aldabran Tortoises were released on Ile aux Aigrettes to replace their predecessors.

For research purposes, exotic animals had been introduced on the island. These include the Indian Wolfsnake and the Giant African land snails among others. These have been noticed to affect certain native animals. As a matter of fact, means are being calculated to remove the exotic specimens form this part of Mauritius.

As seen, this region of Mauritius is being slowly regenerated. After the reconstruction of the ecosystem, Ile aux Aigrettes could become one of the best places to visit in Mauritius.

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Mauritius - Ile aux Aigrettes Island, the history - Part 2

Ile aux Aigrettes, once a forgotten part of Mauritius, eaten by weeds and invaded by rats has now started to regain its resources. This islet of Mauritius had been a land enough to overwhelm anyone by its tremendous beauty. Indigenous plants and various types of birds, now become rare, made Ile aux Aigrettes, a 26 hectares mass of land, a place that discovery could have much coveted.

But during the course of time, Ile aux Aigrettes became the victim of natural catastrophes. The island was caught by weeds which choked off its native plants. Then rats made their apparition and fed on fruits that grew all over this part of Mauritius . Consequently, this greatly affected the ecosystem of the island thus causing an imbalance within all its elements. Plants such as the Ebony could not populate due to rats. Animals, seeing the degradation in their habitat eventually started to disappear. Fortunately, the MWF took the island on lease from the Government of Mauritius with the aim to start a restoration project.

Today, the islet belonging to Mauritius stands like a land reborn. Practically all the elements that once formed the ecosystem of Ile aux Aigrettes may have been gradually reunited. The weeds and rats have as well been eliminated. This can be all due to the efforts done by the professionals of the MWF. During the year 1997, the MWF introduced a nursery on the island for the production of endangered plants. This nursery may now produce around 30,000 plants each year. Most of them may be planted on this part of Mauritius during the rainy seasons. Until now, around 20 endangered species of plants may have been planted on the island. These may also include the most endangered Round Island Bottle Palm and the Round Island Hurricane Palm.

Moreover, many animals that long ago existed on the island may have been reintroduced. As such, during the year 1994, the Pink Pigeon was left on Ile aux Aigrettes to add up to the ecosystem. Nowadays, after much hard work, there may be around 75 Pink Pigeons on the island. The islet of Mauritius , Ile aux Aigrettes, can be considered as the only place in the world where a population of Pink Pigeons can be seen in the wild. Additionally, approximately 200 years in the past, Mauritius had 2 species of endemic tortoises. These became extinct as man exploited Mauritius and hence depleted the whole reserve of these animals. So, in the year 2000, around 18 Giant Aldabran Tortoises were released on Ile aux Aigrettes to replace their predecessors.

For research purposes, exotic animals had been introduced on the island. These include the Indian Wolfsnake and the Giant African land snails among others. These have been noticed to affect certain native animals. As a matter of fact, means are being calculated to remove the exotic specimens form this part of Mauritius .

As seen, this region of Mauritius is being slowly regenerated. After the reconstruction of the ecosystem, Ile aux Aigrettes could become one of the best places to visit in Mauritius.

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Mauritius Ile aux Aigrettes Island, the history - Part 1

Ile aux Aigrettes is a small islet of around 26 hectares belonging to Mauritius found off the shores of Mahebourg. Its name may have been derived from the egrets that once lived there. Man may have been the culprit that led to Ile aux Aigrettes losing most of its flora and fauna. This land of Mauritius remained barren for years beaten by weather and it seemed that time would have the most of it. But that was not to be. The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation took control of the island with the aim of restoring it to a place never seen before.

Nowadays, part of the natural environment of Ile aux Aigrettes had been restored and the island is slowly beginning to take the shape of a natural giant. There was once a forest on this part of Mauritius which contained the Ebony, the Bois de Chandelle and species of orchid Oeniella Aphrodite among others. Equally, beautiful animals such as the turquoise and red lizard as well as the Ornate Day Gecko inhabited the forests of the island. In this scattered piece of Mauritius , considerable effort is being done these days to populate these endangered species of plants and animals. With a lot of time already spent, the action is starting to bear its fruits. Ile aux Aigrettes is becoming a place in Mauritius to see at least once in a lifetime.

Furthermore, before Mauritius gained its independence, Ile aux Aigrettes was declared as a Nature Reserve in order to save the piece of forest that still remained. At that time, this precious land of Mauritius had already been attacked by weeds and rats that caused great damage to the ecosystem. The imbalance that cropped in the ecosystem was notable as the weeds choked off the native plants and the rats feasted on fruits hence restricting further growth of plants. This continued for around 20 years before the MWF took control of the island. They began to remove all the weeds such as the False Acacia and the Prune Malgache. Afterwards, during the year 1991, all alien animals such as rats, cats and mongooses were eliminated. Consequently, the Mauritius Kestrel was reintroduced.

Moreover, after the rats had been removed form the island, Ebony seedlings started to appear. But a lot of work had to be carried out to regenerate the natural habitat. It therefore became an obvious fact that this part of Mauritius had to be re-given its credentials. So, in the year 1996, funds were obtained from the Global Environmental Fund to restore this unique place of Mauritius . This provided enough finance to use suitable techniques to remove the remaining weeds. These days, this small islet of Mauritius may have been freed from almost 90 percent of its weeds and its original plants may have been reintroduced.

Further development followed as in the year 1997 a nursery was built to produce endangered plants on the island. Ile aux Aigrettes may now produce around 30,000 plants per year. Most of these plants may be planted on this small islet of Mauritius during the months of February to April.

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An unforgettable experience in Mauritius

If you want to experience the feeling of being in heaven, then you need not go further than Mauritius . Mauritius is a volcanic island found in the Indian Ocean . When seen on the map, Mauritius resembles a tiny dot. But do not worry. A visit to Mauritius is a must for holiday seekers. The climate, when warm, rarely goes below 25 degree Celsius at night. Thus, this can turn out to be an ideal experience for one and many, especially for visitors who come from countries where the climate is rarely hot.

When looked at, Mauritius indeed offers a panoramic view. The exceptional beauty of the white sandy beaches along with the crystal clear sea rolling gently over the shores and the mountain ranges covered with a green carpet of forest make Mauritius an outstanding island. Not visiting Mauritius once in a lifetime could be something to regret. The hottest periods in Mauritius range from the months of December to February. But during these months, the risk of occurrence of a cyclone is normally high. Sometimes cyclones heavily affect the island by destroying sugar cane fields and other vegetations. Heavy rains and strong winds are the principal characteristics of a cyclone.

Moreover, Pereybere is a place in Mauritius that one has to visit during his stay. Pereybere is situated in the northern part of Mauritius . The Pereybere public beach is what catches most tourists' attentions. The sea is clear and deep and there are also numerous shopping facilities, pubs and restaurants nearby. There are normally around six diving centres from Grand Baie to Pereybere. Those who love diving will definitely have the opportunity to look at the colourful corals and fish as well as take some undersea pictures of the stunning aquatic life in Mauritius. Still in the north of the island, one could seize the occasion of going to the Maheshwarnath temple at Triolet. Triolet is the longest village in Mauritius . The temple was initially built to honour various Hindu idols such as Shiva and Vishnu among others.

Furthermore, another place of interest in the North of Mauritius is the Pamplemousses garden. The garden was built by ancient French Governor Mahe de Labourdonnais. The place contains a wide variety of indigenous plants and trees. Everyday hundreds of tourists go there to have a look and at the same time experience the precious history of Mauritius . More places of interest exist in the south of Mauritius . One of the most famous is the La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes mostly known as Crocodile Park . The park is situated on the valley of an old vanilla farm, similar to that of a dense forest. The park was created by an Australian zoologist to breed crocodiles. As time passed by, the park developed in a reserve which now contains not just crocodiles but also tortoises and deers among others.

The island of Mauritius is full of things that are worth spending the time discovering. So, if you are on your way, do not forget your camera as these pictures could be the ones that you'll always cheer.

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All that you want for a perfect holiday in Mauritius

There are numerous reasons why one would want to come to Mauritius . Luxury hotels as well as sandy beaches accompanied by the turquoise sea add up to the excitement of making the trip to Mauritius . However, Mauritius is more interesting than one could imagine. Let's have a look.

Mauritius is considered as heaven by many. This fact is clear as there are fewer places in the world that can be compared to Mauritius . It is rare to find a tropical island filled with a multi ethnical society, mountains with untouched forests and beaches with unmatchable sand and sea. People of different cultural background live together in harmony in Mauritius . The different categories of people include Hindus, Muslims, Chinese and Christians. So, when tourists make their visit to Mauritius , they can be sure to have a choice of which cuisine to taste first!

Moreover, if you want to make a trip to Mauritius but worry about accommodation, then you might be wrong. In Mauritius there are a variety of hotels from which you could choose. If you plan for a low budget holiday, you have a great selection as well. Although a very small island as compared to others, Mauritius does not lack infrastructure. Transport facilities are available everyday and local bus companies connect various parts of the island. So, traveling from one corner of Mauritius to the other would be a fairly easy thing to do. Also, major car rental companies are ready to offer their services in Mauritius . Some agencies include AVIS, ABC Car Rentals and Hertz among others from which you can easily choose.

Furthermore, Mauritius is a dream place to come for honeymoon. Many couples book hotels to profit from this occasion. The beauty of the sea and the friendliness of the people around add up to the event making it one that would be cherished forever. In addition to, Mauritius is as well a perfect place for golf vacations. The Ile aux Cerfs has a stunning golf course, one amongst the best in the world. So, if you are a player, then be sure not to miss out this opportunity. But for non golf fans, they could have a taste of the sea and beach which is one of the best of Mauritius . Water sports such as boat surfing is available for those who want adrenaline packed action. One could even take a dive to discover the wonderful undersea life with the flora and fauna as multicoloured and beautiful as never seen before.

Another activity you may enjoy in Mauritius is spa. All the top hotels and resorts in Mauritius have exquisite spa centres. These spa centres have been specially designed to provide maximum relaxation to tourists. Some resorts even specialise in spa, giving tourists the opportunity to discover sensational relaxation techniques.

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Mauritius - A paradise in the Indian Ocean

Mauritius is amongst one of the most beautiful places to visit in the Indian Ocean . So, if you plan a holiday be sure to include Mauritius among the other places you want to visit. Mauritius is a tropical island found close to other neighbouring islands such as Reunion and Rodrigues. Its white sandy beaches along with its turquoise lagoons offer an unforgettable moment to those who come to the island.

As such, Grand Baie is considered as one of the major tourism platforms of Mauritius . Those who come to the island do not miss the opportunity to stay or have a visit there. The place is packed with all the attractions most tourists would love. These include hotels, restaurants, pubs, discotheques and shops among others. For those who simply love the sea, all sorts of activities have been carefully designed to meet their needs. Activities range from snorkeling to submarine ventures. In brief, Grand Baie is one of the best places to go in Mauritius if you want a maximum of fun. Even locals make the drive to Grand Baie if they want to enjoy the various nightlife activities.

Often referred to as the paradise of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius lives up to its credentials. Probably the most important characteristic of Mauritius is its wonderful white sandy beaches and exceptional sea. What about the undersea life? The unique undersea life of Mauritius can make anyone wonder if visited. In fact, at places such as Blue Bay and Belle Mare, the aquatic life is preserved by encouraging the growth of corals. This in turn attracts thousands of other marine creatures to build a home resulting in a rich aquatic environment. Additionally, gradually, the tourism platforms have been diversified throughout the whole island. Other places growing in fame in Mauritius are Flic en Flac, Belle Mare and Mahebourg among others.

Moreover, the southern part of Mauritius is as well interesting as the famous northern part. You will be able to come across hotels such as Shandrani, Berjaya le Morne, Le Telfair and The Indian Resort among others. Indian Resort is considered as the biggest hotel in the Indian Ocean . It's therefore a fact to be proud of for Mauritius and is as well a good means to encourage more and more tourists to visit the island. Most tourists who come to Mauritius get an unmatchable service right from the moment they step out from the airport. Their respective hotels send their coaches to transport the visitors to their respective hotels. Firms such as White Sand Tours and Mauritours operate to and from hotels to the airport.

During their stay at the hotels in Mauritius , tourists get a royal service. All their needs are looked after so that they live an unforgettable moment and want to come back another time. The economy of Mauritius is partly based on tourism. So, pleasing the customer well will definitely be an advantage for the constitution in terms of foreign currency and equally for all the locals.

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