Find out about Mauritius
The republic of Mauritius comprises of several islands located in the south-east of the Indian Ocean. The main island is 2,000 kilometers away from the eastern coast of Africa. Foreigners thoroughly enjoy its beaches and sea as well as its culture. Mauritians are welcoming and different cultures coexist peacefully here. While the island has evolved and kept up with the needs of modern times, it has not let go of its roots.
Its beaches, landscapes and activities
Being a tropical island, with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and surrounded by pristine waters, Mauritius attracts a lot of tourists, especially in the summer months of November to April. Many love Mauritius for the possibility it offers to indulge in watersports.
Since the tourism industry has great significance for the island’s economy, many hotels have been built on and around its coasts. They grant tourists access to exclusive recreational activities such as golfing, the visit of nature reserves belonging to the hotel, fishing and so on.
The Mauritian fauna and flora
Nature lovers will be fascinated by the many endemic plant and animal species in Mauritius and the surrounding islands.
The rich cultural legacy of the country
Mauritius still displays evidence of its past as a colonised country. Many Mauritians are trilingual, fluently speaking Creole, French and English. Despite the latter being the official language, the mother tongue Creole is spoken more frequently. The roots of the language as well as the origins of the Sega, songs in Mauritian Creole that foreigners particularly like, can be traced back to slavery. Some Mauritians are slave descendants, while others have Indian indentured labourers or Chinese merchants as forefathers, resulting in a beautiful mix of cultures.
Remnants of the past
Many symbols of Mauritius’ rich past can be found around the island. In fact, the likes of the Fort Adélaïde, more commonly known as La Citadelle, in Port Louis, the lighthouse in Albion, the botanical garden in Pamplemousses, the Governor’s House on Flat Island and the Martello tower in Black River, are some of the famous attractions of Mauritius. If you appreciate history and culture, you'll love those of the island.
Modern trade, transport and real estate
Maurice has been able to evolve over time. Modern commercial and residential complexes have been built there. Urban areas are dotted with skyscrapers housing local and international companies. Furthermore, Mauritius has taken a big step forward with the introduction of the metro-express.
The concept of "smart cities", a residential area close to a range of infrastructure - such as gyms, hospitals, offices and supermarkets - has also become a reality. High-end housing with advantageous amenities, just as you have always dreamed of owning, is even open for sale or rent to foreigners; villas, r+2 apartments, bungalows.
Spending holidays and settling down in Mauritius
So many aspects make Mauritius a perfect holiday destination. In order to live an optimal experience, many foreigners rent studios or houses during holidays. They then fall in love with the island and decide to settle down here.
Compared to other countries in the world, Mauritius still enjoys much peace. No wonder so many foreigners are coming to settle down in Mauritius. The low cost of living is also another reason.
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