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Delve Into the Wonders of Mauritius in Just 30 Photographs

Welcome to the magnificent multiethnic land of Mauritius. The Republic of Mauritius is a lush tropical island located in the African Region of the Indian Ocean. Not only is it one of the most highly ranked competitive economies in the world, it is also a land of immeasurable beauty and unique nature. After facing the rule of the Dutch, the French, and finally, the British, Mauritius fought for and earned it’s independence in 1968 and was declared a republic in 1992.

It continues to thrive economically through its tourist industry and numerous multicultural events, among other major industries. It is also a hot spot for stunning hiking locations, beautiful white sand beaches and a plethora of incredible flora and fauna, including numerous endangered and preserved species. Many now-extinct species, too, such as the Dodo bird, for example, also used to live here. These 30 photographs show all the loveliness and nature that Mauritius has to offer. Who knows, it could make this land of beaches and birds your next holiday destination!    

 

The Landscapes of Mauritius


1. A Panoramic View of Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, A Panoramic View of Modern Mauritius Islands

(By Clément Larher, Wikimedia Commons

 

2. Black River Gorges National Park 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Black River Gorges National Park

(By Adamina, Wikimedia Commons

 

3. A Sugar Cane Plantation in Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, A Sugar cane plantation in Mauritius

(By Asadbabil, Wikimedia Commons

 

4. Port-Louis, the Capital of Mauritius 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Port-Louis, the Capital of Mauritius

(By Peter Kuchar, Wikimedia Commons

 

5. A tropical beach in Trou-aux-Biches 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, A tropical beach in Trou-aux-Biches

(By Romeodesign, Wikimedia Commons

 

6. The Maiden Cup, an annual prestigious race held in Champs de Mars, Port Louis

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Maiden Cup, an annual prestigious horse race held in Champs de Mars, Port Louis

(By Wikihamish, Wikimedia Commons

 

7. Flic en Flac Beach in Mauritius at Sunset

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Flic en Flac Beach in Mauritius at Sunset

(By indeepdark, Wikimedia Commons

 

8. An Aerial View of the ancient Port of Souillac 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Arial View of the ancient Port of Souillac

(By Arasennaik, Wikimedia Commons

 

9. Gris Gris Beach in Souillac, Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Gris Gris Beach in Souillac, Mauritius

(By Simisa, Wikimedia Commons

 

10. Chamarel Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in Mauritius, located in the Rivière Noire District

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Chamarel Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in Mauritius, located in the Rivière Noire District

(By Hansueli Krapf, Wikimedia Commons

 

11. La Preneuse Beach in Black River District, Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, La Preneuse Beach in Black River District, Mauritius

(By Contrarianmind, Wikimedia Commons

 

12. Grand Port, Domaine du Chasseur Reserve, Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Grand Port, Domaine du Chasseur Reserve, Mauritius

(By Simisa, Wikimedia Commons

 

13. Vallée de Ferney, beside the Grand Port, Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Vallée de Ferney, beside the Grand Port, Mauritius

(By Liné1, Wikimedia Commons

 

14. The Village of Chamarel

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Village of Chamarel

(By Simisa, Wikimedia Commons

 

15. The Port Louis Waterfront in the Evening

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Port Louis Waterfront in the Evening

(By Simisa, Wikimedia Commons

 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Port Louis Roadside in the Evening

(By Simisa, Wikimedia Commons

 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Port Louis Waterfront and City in the Evening

(By Thierry, Wikimedia Commons

 

16. The Harbor of Port Louis

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Harbor of Port Louis

(By Hansueli Krapf, Wikimedia Commons

 

The Flora and Fauna of Mauritius 

 

17. Giant water lilies (Victoria amazonica) at the Pamplemousse Botanical Garden

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Giant water lilies (Victoria amazonica) in Pamplemousse Botanical Garden

(By Toutaitanous 2, Wikimedia Commons)  

 

18. An endemic ebony species, Diospyros revaughanii, at Monvert Nature Park

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, An endemic ebony species, Diospyros revaughanii, at Monvert Nature Park 

(By S Molteno, Wikimedia Commons)

 

19. The invasive flowering plant Lantana camara

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The invasive flowering plants, Lantana camara

(By Alvesgaspar, Wikimedia Commons

 

20. This depiction, created in 1601 during the time of Dutch rule, shows one of the earliest depictions of the Dodo bird, a now-extinct species that was native exclusively to the island of Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, depiction, created in 1601 during the time of Dutch rule, shows one of the earliest depictions of the Dodo bird, a now-extinct species that was native only to the island of Mauritius

(By Johann Theodor de Bry, Wikimedia Commons

 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, the dodo bird of mauritius

(By Jebulon, Wikimedia Commons

 

21. The Mauritian Fly Fox (Pteropus niger) at La Vanille Crocodile Farm, Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Mauritian Fly Fox (Pteropus niger) at La Vanille Crocodile Farm, Mauritius

(By Simon J. Tonge, Wikimedia Commons

 

22. Sperm Whales off the coast of Mauritius

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Sperm Whales off the coast of Mauritius

(By Gabriel Barathieu, Wikimedia Commons

 

23. The Mauritius Kestrel 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Mauritius Kestrel 

(By Josh Noseworthy, Wikimedia Commons)

 

24. The Echo Parakeet, also known as the Mauritian Parakeet

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Echo Parakeet, also known as the Mauritian Parakeet

(By colin houston, Wikimedia Commons

 

25. Mauritius Fody

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Mauritius Fody

(By ysmad, Wikimedia Commons

 

26. Mauritius Ornate Day Gecko

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Mauritius Ornate Day Gecko

(By S Molteno, Wikimedia Commons

 

27. Mauritius Pink Pigeon

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Mauritius Pink Pigeon

(By Michael Hanselmann, Wikimedia Commons

 

28. Soft-shell Terrapins can be spotted on the shores of numerous lakes

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Soft-shell Terrapins, spotted on the shores of numerous lakes

(By Wibowo Djatmiko, Wikimedia Commons

 

29. The Seychelles Aldabra giant tortoises, several of which were relocated to the Pamplemousses gardens and indigenous forests of Mauritius 

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, Seychelles Aldabra giant tortoise, several of which were relocated to the Pamplemousses gardens and indigenous forests of Mauritius

(By Rufus46, Wikimedia Commons

 

30. The Crab-Eating Macaque

Photographs from the Islands of Mauritus, The Crab-Eating Macaque

(By Sakurai Midori, Wikimedia Commons)  

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