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North
Area
Grand
Bay - Grand Bay was the
first area of the island to fully experience the tourist boom. A shopping
and leisure paradise, Grand Bay also happens to be the area where Mauritians
head for when they want a fun-filled night out (restaurants, bars and
discos). Recently renovated, La Cuvette beach is well worth a visit.
Pereybère
- The wonderful Pereybere
public beach is popular because of its shopping facilities, restaurants and
pubs.
Balaclava
Ruins - A few metres
away from Baie aux Tortues, which 17th century sailors named after the many
tortoises in the area, can be found the ruins of the old Balaclava estate.
Visitors will be able to see the sea walls, whose initial foundations were
laid down by Mahé de Labourdonnais.
The
Triolet Shivala - The
longest village on the island, Triolet offers an opportunity to visit the
biggest Hindu temple, the Maheswarnath, first built in 1819 in honour of the
Gods Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu, Muruga, Brahma and Ganesha.
The
Labourdonnais Orchards
- Discover
a large variety of tropical fruit trees, colourful and perfumed exotic
flowers. Trips on mountain bikes or hiking are possible.
Pamplemousses
- The botanical garden was first constructed by Pierre Poivre (1719-1786) in 1770. The area is 25 hectares. The garden features spices, ebonies, sugar canes and many more. It also features lotuses as well as 85 varieties of palms from Central America, Asia, Africa and the islands around the Indian Ocean.
There are resident Turtles, amazing tall trees and variety of plants not
seen anywhere in Mauritius.
East
Flacq
Market - Flacq is one of the most important villages in
Mauritius. This meeting point for inhabitants of the East boasts the
country’s largest open air market. The extremely colourful market attracts
a large number of people.
The
Waterpark Leisure Village - Enjoy unforgettable moments sliding
on the giant chutes, with family or friends. Relaxation and pleasure
guaranteed.
Ile aux Cerfs - Ile aux Cerfs is a paradise for water sports
and has the most beautiful beach in Mauritius. You cannot afford to miss
this tiny island, delicately poised on the ocean, a real pearl in the
Mauritian landscape.
South East
Dutch
Ruins - At Vieux Grand Port, the oldest settlements in Mauritius,
you can see the ruins of the first Dutch fortifications. Excavation work is
underway in a bid to uncover an important part of Mauritian history.
Ile
aux Aigrettes - Owing to the remarkable work accomplished by the
Mauritius Wildlife Fund, the island has become an international standard for
the protection of natural resources and endangered species. A few of the
world’s rarest birds, including the kestrel, can be seen there. You can
also discover the extremely rare Pink Pigeon, the Green Gecko Phelsuma and
the Aldabra giant tortoise.
Mahebourg - Mahébourg is one of the main fishing villages on
the island. Built on the magnificent Grand Port Bay it was founded in 1804
by the French Govt.
Martello Towers - The Martello Towers represent the scene of the
ancient rivalry between old colonial powers and the ingenuity of mankind.
They are a milestone in the island’s history; they symbolise the end of
slavery and the beginning of Indian immigration.
Domaine
du Chasseur - Nestling in the Anse Jonchée hills, the Domaine
des Grand Bois has splendid hunting grounds covering an area of 900
hectares. Stags, monkeys and boars live amidst the luxuriant vegetation of
the hillside.One can watch a few species of endangered birds, including the
kestrel. The Domaine contains four thatched-roof bungalows and a restaurant
with a panoramic sea view. Take an opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal of
venison and seafood.
Souillac
- A small seaside resort along the rugged coast of the Savanne
district. A famous feature is the garden overlooking the sea and named after
Dr. Charles Telfair. A popular viewpoint is found at the southern end of the
village, right on the cliff top : Gris Gris.
West
Martello
Towers - The Martello Towers represent the scene of the ancient
rivalry between old colonial powers and the ingenuity of mankind. They are a
milestone in the island’s history; they symbolise the end of slavery and
the beginning of Indian immigration.
Chamarel
- A winding road leads from Case Noyale village to the coloured
earths of Chamarel: an undulating landscape of different and contrasting
shades of colours. The different shades of blue, green, red and yellow are
apparently the result of the erosion of the volcanic ash. The neighbouring
waterfalls of Chamarel rise from the moors and the native plant life. The
site possesses a rare beauty. Some Table d’hôtes have been recently
created in the Chamarel Village where you can enjoy the taste of typical
Mauritian cuisine.
Salt
Pans - Owing to the exceptional high level of sunshine the
district receives, Tamarin is naturally the heart of salt production in
Mauritius.
Casela
- Situated in the Rivière Noire district, the bird park stretches
over 25 hectares and contains more than 140 bird species from all five
continents. Other attractions include fish ponds, tigers, tortoises,
monkeys, deer and orchids.
Yemen
- Yemen Reserve may not be the largest game reserve on the island,
but there is still lots to see. You will be able to get close to the herds
of deer, as well as admire some splendid species of Mauritian fauna. A few
rustic kiosks available in the reserve provide an unobstructed view of the
sea. There you can sip a local punch while watching the sun going down.
Inland
L’Aventure
du Sucre - Visit an interactive and ultra modern exhibition
situated at the heart of an ancient sugarmill and discover the fascinating
history of Mauritius and its sugarcane adventure exposed over 5000 sq
meters! Then, let yourself be tempted by our tropical boutik with its unique
gifts, souvenirs and tasting of special unrefined sugars as well as local
rum. Do not miss the opportunity to relish authentic Mauritian cuisine with
refined flavours at our restaurant "Le Fangourin".
Ganga
Talao - Grand Bassin - Beyond La Marie and Mare-aux-Vacoas is
found one of the two natural lakes of Mauritius. It rests within the crater
of an extinct volcano. Ganga Talao is an important pilgrimage site and many
Mauritians of the Hindu faith walk there during the Maha Shivaratri festival
or the night fasting dedicated to Shiva.
Black
River Gorges - This national park of 6,574 hectares was created
in 1994 for the protection of Mauritius’ remaining native forests.
Visitors can enjoy magnificent landscapes, with endemic plants and rare bird
species. A trail leads from the Pétrin information centre to an area of
typical plant life and to a conservation area. orchids.
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