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- Official name: Republic of Mauritius
- Capital: Port Louis
- Government: Parliamentary Republic
- President: Anerood Jugnauth
- Prime Minister: Navinchandra Ramgoolam
- Population: 1,250,882
- Currency: Mauritian Rupee
- Exchange Rate: 28.850
- Official Language: English
- Time zone: Mauritius Time
- Calling code: +230
- Motto: "Stella Clavisque Maris Indici" (Latin)
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Mauritius, officially known as the Republic of Mauritius, is an island nation off the coast of the African continent in the southwest Indian Ocean. It is situated nearly nine hundred miles off the coast of Madagascar.
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Independence
Once part of the United Kingdom, Mauritius gained independence on March 12, 1968. Mauritius joined the Commonwealth republic on March 12, 1992.Mahalo Suggests
If you are planning a trip to Mauritius, check out the pages on Mauritius Vacation, Mauritius Hotels, Mauritius Restaurants or Mauritius Tours.
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Mauritius Questions
Whats the best beach in Mauritius? 1 AnswerBelle Mare Beach - is the best beach in Mauritius .This beauty lies on Mauritius' east coast. It's known for calm waters as there is a great, deep lagoon that ... read more


