Sunday, October 4, 2009

Mauritius














     Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 900 kilometers (560miles) east of Madagascar an about 3943 kilometers (2450 miles) southwest of India.
It is volcanic island and covers an area of 1865 square kilometers (720 sq mi). Surrounded by coral reefs except the southern regions, Mauritius has one of most beautiful lagoons and beaches among the tropical islands.

    The average temperature during day time is 25° C (75° F) and rarely under 13° C (62° F) at night. There are two seasons. Summer is normally hot from November to April and winter is usually warm from May to October.
    Mauritius has a population of about 1.2 million with a unique blend of different races, cultures and religions. People of European, African, Indian and Chinese origins have created a multiracial society where the various cultures and traditions flourish in peace and harmony.




    The music of Mauritius. the Sega Dance (pronounced Saygah) is a dance which originated from the ritual music of Madagascar and the mainland of Africa and it is the Musicasl Expression of the Mauritian way of life: Joy, Carefree and Lively.
















1 comment:

  1. I would love to visit Mauritius. It's a paradise! Hear it's good to stay at Maritim Hotel in Mauritius.

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