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Destination Mauritius: One of the Best Traveler Picks forever

The last few years have seen Mauritius become a prime holiday destination and one of the most preferred destinations of choice for tourists. It has not only become a preferred destination for new travelers, it has been rated as one destination where people wish to come back again.

Why should you be thinking about traveling to Mauritius?

Mauritius remains one of the most peaceful and diverse countries in the world. It happens to have an extremely low crime ratio making it an ideal and safe destination for people from all over the world. While it is separated by hundreds of kilometers of sea from Mainland Africa, it provides for beautiful and diverse scenery that is trademark for beautiful destinations around the world.

Ethnic Diversity
Mauritius happens to have been ruled by both British and French. Add to that its historical importance as a trade route stop and it adds to an extremely diverse society. Major ethnicities and religion are found in the island making it an ideal place to spend time. This cultural tolerance results in peaceful stay for all travelers from all over the globe.

Sandy Beaches
The Island has around 150 km of un-spoilt sandy beaches. The Island also possesses diverse sea life in the form of coral reefs that are found in abundance surrounding the island. Not only these coral reefs save the island from major currents, they offer glimpse in an extremely wonderful animal world that is hardly available to see anywhere else in the world.

Temperate climate
The tropical climate that remains almost all months of the year makes Mauritius an extremely fun place to hang you. You don't have to worry about the harsh winters any more - this is a place where sunshine is almost eternal and temperatures never soar to a level that it becomes difficult to handle. The temperate climate also ensures that you can book your holidays any part of the year and you will still be almost guaranteed to have perfect weather. Can it get any better than that? The minor shift in the temperature during the warm humid summer to the cold winter remains about 10 degree centigrade at max. The summer temperatures on average hover between 23 to 29 degree centigrade while the winter temperatures hover between 16 and 21 degree centigrade. This offers for perfect outdoor temperature almost all around the year.

Natural habitat for rare wild life
Mauritius is famous for its biodiversity. There is plenty of stuff for those interested in such matter. The country is home to some of the rarest jewels of both the animal and plant kingdom. Due to certain factors that include the islands being originated from volcanic activity, age of the islands, lack of terrestrial contact with other location and unique terrain it remains home to species that have almost remained, survived and thrived without any foreign interference. There is conscious effort going on to protect as much as possible and certain wild life parks and reserves are established to keep the local flora and fauna in their natural condition.

Cultural diversity
The island is home to a combination of ethnicities that live in perfect harmony. This has created a sub culture limited to the island that is different from anywhere in the world. The culture has been influenced by native Africans, the British, the French, and Asians including people from sub-continent and China notably. This not only provides a rare mix of human interaction, it offers diversity in all cultural activities. The music, food, dance and society rituals have formed on their own creating a unique, diverse and interesting mix. The vibrant culture also revolves around the hospitality of the locals who are renowned for their laid back and comfortable approach in life.

Language
Most people from Mauritius are capable to speak both English and French without any hesitation or problem. These two remain the official language of the island making it very easy for tourists to enjoy a place without major language barrier. Since a lot of population has Asian influence, Asian languages are regularly spoken and understood. People can easily switch between languages depending upon situation making it extremely easy for tourists to blend in.

Notable places to see
There are many notable tourist attractions available for tourists. These include but are not limited to:

Mauritius Botanical Garden: A beautiful garden built over 37 hectares - one of the most famous places for tourists.

Black River Gorges National Park: A national park spread over 6.5K hectares. Home to many native species of animals and birds.

The Deer Island (lle aux Cerfs Island): A beautiful lagoon loaded with fun filled activities for a day. Ideal place for rest and relaxation.

Port Louis: The capital of Mauritius - a beautiful metropolis that is surrounded by mountains and is a perfect blend of nature, old heritage and modern architecture.

Grand Bassin: A lake 600 meter above the sea level - considered religious by local religion.

Chamarel Park: A unique geographical marvel possessing many colored soils (famously 7) at one location. A big tourist attraction for scientists and ordinary public as well.

Others: The unique landscape of the Island means that you will never be really away from a natural marvel. There are beautiful lush mountains, gorgeous sandy beaches, water falls, lakes and other naturally occurring phenomenon that offer plenty for tourists to see and enjoy.

Modern day Mauritius offers people a perfect opportunity to spend a few days away from their busy life for holidays in Mauritius. The burgeoning hospitality industry has adjusted and adapted to the demands of modern tourism and provides travelers with a great opportunity to witness something truly remarkable.

Mauritius - a place where everyone is welcome!