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Mauritius
Fast Facts
- Location: Africa
- Capital: Port Louis
- Currency:Dollar
- Language: English and French
- Best time to Visit: October and April
- Time Zone: MUT
- Calling Code: 230
- Major Airports: Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Mauritius is a popular tourist destination in the Indian Ocean. It is officially known as the Republic of Mauritius and is around 900 kms from the coast of Madagascar. Mauritius is a popular tourist destination and is known for its scenic beaches and islands and local culture and tradition.
Mauritius has a parliamentary democracy with the head of the state as the President. The government is elected in every five years. Port Louis the capital and the largest city in the country while some other major cities are Curepipe, Vacoas, and Phoenix.
Weather
The climate of Mauritius is mainly tropical with the influence of the southeast trade winds. The summer months are hot and humid while the winter months are pleasant and dry. The best time for Mauritius travel is between the months of October and April. The weather in this part of the year is pleasant with less rainfall.
Transportation
Air: The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is the main airport in the country. It operates lots of domestic and international flights. Air Mauritius is the main airline carrier in the country.
Road: Road transport is well developed in the country. Regular car and bus services are available to various parts of the country.
Ferry: Being an island country, ferry services are well developed in Mauritius. Cruise and marine services are available between Mauritius and other parts of Africa and South East Asia.
Tourist Attractions
The scenic surroundings and the idyllic atmosphere make Mauritius one of the popular tourist destinations. The country is full of lovely beaches, islands, coral reefs and so on. Travelers can also enjoy a host of adventure sports and other recreational activities.
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