A Guide Tour To Mauritius

 

 

An island nation in the southern Indian Ocean, Mauritius measures 2,040 kilometers in length and covers 2,040 kilometers of land. It is officially called the Republic of Mauritius. Imagine powder-white beaches and palm trees in Mauritius, and your mind would instantly go to images of the island. There is much more to Mauritius than beaches, though. There is a lot to do, historical attractions, and lush forests for visitors to Mauritius city tour if you can tear yourself away from the exotic sands.

 

The bustling capital of Mauritius, Port Louis, is one of the world's top tourist attractions with its French colonial architecture and exciting shopping and entertainment attractions. Likewise, the beach resort of Grand Baie is a popular destination. Black River Gorges National Park is well known for its fauna and bird species, which can be observed in this park spread across 16,244 hectares. The Chamarel district in the Black River district is another interesting place to visit - a village with a dune that changes colors seven times. This is also known as 'Seven Colored Earth'. The spot is popular among tourists because of its uniqueness.

 

A rich cultural landscape and an elegant resort characterize the Residence Mauritius, a place that will take your breath away. The country is host to some of the world's most luxurious hotels and resorts.

 

Mauritius has a fusion of Indian, Chinese, and European cuisine. Recently, French cuisine has become quite popular. Street food is also a delight. Pickles wrapped in buttery bread, coconut water, chopped fruit covered in chili and tamarind marmalade, and Chinese fried noodles are available. You will be triggered to explore the best food options as you walk around the labyrinthine streets of the country.

 

In Mauritius city tour,  you can satisfy all your vacation desires - your historian side will be enticed, your nature lover side will be excited, and your streak of adventure will enthrall.

Top Things To Do In Mauritius

The Mauritius Museums

Located in the heart of the city, the National History Museum is a treasure trove of artifacts from bygone eras that scream stories from bygone ages. This museum is located in a mansion built in the French colonial era, which was owned by the Robillard family for many years. It displays gold coins made in the Ottoman Empire, silver rupees made during Aurangzeb's reign, elegant porcelain pieces from Emperor Wan Li's reign and treasures like the Bell of Marengo, which were part of Napoleon Bonaparte's personal collection.

A visit to Port Louis' Blue Penny Museum offers a rare glimpse into the island's discovery and settlement. Mauritius' iconic one-penny and two-penny stamps can be found here, originating in 1847. Probably the most beloved memorabilia in this country are the red penny and blue twopence 'Post Office' stamps! It is lit for only ten minutes every hour so as to preserve the color of the stamps.

Heritage Buildings in Mauritius

This idyllic manor will remind you of Heidi's tale, with its grey and white facade and backdrop of postcard-perfect mountains and skies. Decorative period furniture, ancient maps, and stone cottages sit behind a charming Creole mansion once sheltered from the sun and offers a glimpse into the past.

A plantation home from the 18th century, St Aubin is antique, elegant, and inviting. A charming rum distillery is located on the estate, and a nursery grows vanilla and anthurium flowers. It is highly recommended that you learn about vanilla and then have a meal at the table d'hôte.

Mauritius Parks & Reserves

A place like the SSR Botanical Gardens represents the very definition of enchantment, a place one can't even imagine. The pond is filled with Victoria amazonica water lilies and surrounded by a lush oasis of emerald palms. White and red petals open and close like tea trays. Tourism in Mauritius city tour is as special as this dreamy pasture! 

 

François Leguat Reserve is like the Garden of Eden. There are more than 100,000 indigenous tree species on this stretch of lime green and teal. There are stunning grounds, caves and a museum to explore, all of which will teach you about Rodrigues solitaire, which is extinct. 

Markets in Mauritius

There's nothing better than a delicious meal at Monday Market! Get some delicious delicacies from the stalls where food is steaming such as gâteaux piments (chili cakes), dhal puri (lentil pancakes) and samousas (samosas). In the silk and textile shops, you can browse after you've had your belly treated. 

 

The Saturday Market offers delicious local produce while on Mauritius city tour. Fresh, succulent, and flavourful meat can be found here. Colorful and awe-inspiring, it is like the interior of a rainbow. There's so much to discover if you're willing to walk around the island, from its tropical fruits and sweets to its French and Creole apparel.