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.
Independence
Once part of the United Kingdom, Mauritius gained independence on March 12, 1968. Mauritius joined the Commonwealth republic on March 12, 1992.
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Mauritius Maps and Geography
What's the best beach in Mauritius?(3 Answers)
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Belle 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 ...
WILL YOU COME TO MAURITIUS ONE DAY I AM 12 YEARS OLD(0 Answers)
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What did dodo birds eat? I'm researching dodo birds at school...(2 Answers)
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The Dodo birds eat the fruits of the Calvaria major tree, which is also known as the dodo tree. The dodo tree depends on the dodo birds to ...
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Fast Facts
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Official name
Republic of Mauritius
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Capital
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Government
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President
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Prime Minister
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Population
1,250,882
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Calling code
+230
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Motto
"Stella Clavisque Maris Indici" (Latin)
