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Formerly a quiet and serene abode along the calm and crystalline waters and white sand beaches off the West coast of Mauritius, Flic en Flac bustles with world class holiday accommodation. The few hotels are lined up for tourists in this part of the west coast. The entire coast is spotted with the beautiful \u2018filaos\u2019 (Casuarina trees).<\/p>\n
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Mauritius isn\u2019t just about beaches. Mauritius has plenty to see and do, with cosmopolitan towns, historic sights and lush forests. In the South West part of Mauritius, in the heart of a fertile valley, lies the Rhumerie de Chamarel. The road leading to the Rhumerie is lined with vast plantations of sugar cane growing side by side with pineapples and other tropical fruits.<\/p>\n
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Grand Bassin<\/strong><\/p>\n Grand Bassin is a lake high up in the mountains about 1800 feet above sea level. It is the most sacred Hindu place on the island of Mauritius and there is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva here. The people of the island believe it is filled with holy waters from the River Ganges in India, and people make pilgrimages from their homes to the lake on foot on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri. There is also a 108 foot statue of Shiva which was created in 2007.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chamarel Waterfall<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chamarel is the highest waterfall in Mauritius at 100 metres. This natural beauty spot is the perfect photo opportunity and certainly an impressive sight. Climb the stairs to the viewing platform at the top and take a look at the breathtaking waterfall as it hits the pool 100 metres below.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Charamel \u2018Seven colored earth\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n A geological wonder, the \u2018seven colored earth\u2019 of Chamarel depicts dunes with seven unique colors conglomerating in one place. The dunes were created by volcanic rocks which cooled at different temperatures and became crushed into sand, which then settled into different colors<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Naval Museum of Mauritius, Mahebourg<\/strong><\/p>\n Built by Mr. Jean De Robillard in the 1760s, this museum was built in the architectural style of that century. During the famous \u201cVieux Grand Port\u201d battle in 1810, the rival commanders from the French army and the Royal Navy received first aid in one of these rooms in the museum. The museum interests people of all ages.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Rochester Falls<\/strong><\/p>\n The Rochester Falls are the widest waterfalls in Mauritius. The plentiful cascade of freshwater crashes down the interesting shaped lava rocks from a high of almost 10 meters. The environment of Rochester Falls is really lovely and natural. The waterfall is surrounded by sugarcane fields, banana plantations and the amazing river bed in which the waterfall flows. You will find an enjoyable silence around the area where the Rochester Falls are located where you won\u2019t hear any other noises except the rush of the water<\/p>\n Top 5 Fact File for Mauritius<\/strong><\/p>\n Language Spoken:<\/strong>\u00a0English<\/a> and French<\/a><\/p>\n Currency:\u00a0<\/strong>Mauritian Rupee<\/p>\n Local Dishes:<\/strong> Climate:<\/strong>![\"mauritius4.jpg\"](\"https:\/\/cudoo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/mauritius4.jpg\")
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\nDholl Pori \u2013 a fried thin bread stuffed with ground yellow split peas and served with chutney.
\nFish Vindaye \u2013 fish prepared with spices like mustard, garlic, ginger, and turmeric and served with rice, lentils, and pickles
\nAlouda \u2013 pink sweet milky beverage with tapioca balls, flavored with a syrup
\nRougaille \u2013 A popular Creole dish made with meat, fish, tomato, garlic, onion, and thyme<\/p>\n
\nWinters in Mauritius vary between 20\u00b0C and 26\u00b0C and summers vary between 26\u00b0C to 32\u00b0C.<\/p>\n