Map of Mauritius - Mauritius Map, Mauritius Information

Description

Although known to Arab and Malay sailors as early as the 10th century, Mauritius was first explored by the Portuguese in 1505; it was subsequently held by the Dutch, French, and British before independence was attained in 1968.

A stable democracy with regular free elections and a positive human rights record, the country has attracted considerable foreign investment and has earned one of Africa's highest per capita incomes.

Recent poor weather and declining sugar prices have slowed economic growth, leading to some protests over standards of living in the Creole community.

Facts and Figures

Official Name Mauritius

Capital City Port Louis

Languages English (official), French, Hindi, others

Official Currency Mauritian Rupee

Religions Hindu, Christian, Muslim, others

Population 1,240,827

Land Area 1,860 sq km (718 sq miles)

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Mauritius Map, CIA version here

Mauritius Maps, University of Texas here

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Climate Situated near the Tropic of Capricorn, Mauritius has the advantage of a subtropical climate. The heat is never unbearable. There are two seasons: summer from November to April and winter from May to September. Mauritius can experience tropical cyclones with heavy rain, but only about four days a year.